A new survey aims to incorporate observations of commercial lobstermen into the data used to regulate their industry. Will it change their frustrations about being overlooked?
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South Portland, Scarborough and Cape Elizabeth food pantries team up to meet growing need
Southern Maine organizations are combining efforts for a food drive.
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Camden lawmaker proposes increase in state fines for improper pesticide use
The bill, submitted in response to a high-profile case in 2022, would raise fines from $1,500 per violation to $25,000 — and more if the violator is shown to have benefited or committed prior violations.
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Student Submission: A look at what it takes to study abroad
As a junior at Scarborough High School who is starting to consider college options, the idea of studying abroad, particularly in the Netherlands, piqued my interest. I have a European passport, as my father is from the Netherlands, allowing me to have a reduced tuition fee if I decide to study anywhere in Europe. I […]
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Fire marshals searching Portland property after fatal fire
Douglas Grant, 36, of Portland, died in the March 6 blaze at 11 Olympia St.
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Most Americans haven’t tried seaweed, Maine study shows
The study, which in part explores Americans’ hesitance to try new foods, finds that leaning on seaweed as an ingredient in different snacks and making ready-to-eat dishes could sway consumers.
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North Yarmouth town budget comes with 6% spending increase
The goal of the budget is to maintain services and retain town employees, said Town Manager Diane Barnes.
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Falmouth approves $73.45 million combined school, town budget
Taxpayers can expect an increase of 3.2% to their property tax bill.
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Bailey Island native chosen to lead Maine Maritime Academy
Bailey Island native Craig Johnson, a successful entrepreneur who became fascinated with sailing at a young age, has been appointed the 16th president of Maine Maritime Academy in Castine. Johnson was named president in March of the publicly funded maritime college, part of the University of Maine System. In a recent interview, he talked about […]
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County Report: Committee begins budget review May 7 in Alfred
The proposed budget is up by about 13%.