Maine colleges are joining a national trend or scrubbing words like ‘diversity’ and ‘inclusion’ from department websites in favor of more neutral terms like ‘community’ and ‘belonging.’
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Central Maine Healthcare expands access to colorectal screenings in Bridgton
Central Maine Healthcare and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield are partnering to provide routine colonoscopy services to Anthem members at Bridgton Hospital.
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Maine voter ID supporters challenge state’s ballot language
In addition to requiring a photo ID while casting a ballot, the initiative would make it harder to vote absentee and add requirements for municipal elections workers.
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Skowhegan Indian sculpture hits the market for $1
The Skowhegan Regional Chamber of Commerce is planning to hand off the local icon to a new owner with experience preserving art.
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Westbrook Notes: Police Department honors Det. Stackpole
Stackpole honored Det. Jeff Stackpole has been selected as the Westbrook Police Department employee of the quarter. “During the last quarter he served as the officer in charge for our Criminal Investigations Division, and he did an excellent job in managing all aspects of the job,” the department announced online. “He also handled several major […]
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We Love Fairs and Sales: Gorham and Buxton hosting events
Spring fair – Friday, May 16, and Saturday, May 17, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., First Parish Church, 1 Church St., Gorham. Plants, books, baked goods, puzzles and board games, new garden and camp shop, and jewelry. Bake sale – Saturday, May 17, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., West Gorham Union Church, 190 Ossipee Trail, […]
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Maine business owners brace for summer hiring season amid uncertainty
President Donald Trump’s rhetoric about Canada and high tariffs have many proceeding cautiously.
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Scarborough council halts proposed 96-unit housing development
Before denying the South Portland Housing Authority’s request for a contract zone on Wednesday, some town councilors criticized residents’ tones in their opposition to this project and others in town.
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Portland police investigate gunshots on Grant Street
Police say no one was injured when shots were fired Sunday night.
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Kennebunkport Historical Society’s first-ever Geranium Sale will support programming
Geraniums will be a key component in the restoration of the historic gardens at the Nott House.