If Congress doesn’t pass a stopgap spending bill by midnight Friday, the federal government will shut down nonessential services.
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Posted inMaine, News
Propane explosion sets fire to vacant Bangor home, 1 hospitalized
A preliminary investigation found that the blaze at the house, which had been condemned, was likely started by a propane explosion.
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Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
South Portland plans to lay off teachers, ed techs and administrators
District Superintendent Timothy Matheney unveiled a $73 million 2025-26 budget Monday night that included cuts to more than 20 staff positions at the end of this school year.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Process to establish Portland police oversight board stalls again
After a long meeting in executive session, Mayor Mark Dion said the City Council will schedule a future workshop to discuss some of what councilors have talked about in private.
Posted inMaine, News
Boy, 13, dies after being struck by tractor in St. Agatha
A preliminary investigation suggests that the boy was on foot behind the tractor before being struck. He has not been identified.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Advocates concerned but confident Maine laws will protect trans youth
As questions over sports and health care for transgender people roil Maine and the nation, advocates say Maine’s protections remain strong.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, Politics
Bill seeks to give Maine legislators final approval over chief of cannabis office
State officials say the legislation unfairly singles out the Office of Cannabis Policy and undermines the executive branch, while supporters say it’s an important step in restoring trust and transparency for the industry.
Posted inMaine, News
One person still in critical condition after fatal Portland fire
One person died and 4 were injured in the blaze at the home on Olympia Street early Thursday.
Posted inCops & Courts, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Multiple shell casings found after Lewiston mosque shooting
Police release few additional details about Friday night’s shooting on Bartlett Street, which resulted in one young adult being shot.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Paul LePage may be eyeing another campaign in Maine
LePage, who is registered to vote in Florida, is said to be weighing a run in Maine’s 2nd Congressional District.