The Sanford-based company has found small levels of bacteria in water used in their toothpaste and to clean manufacturing equipment.
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Posted inMaine, News, Politics, Schools and Education
How will Maine education be impacted by a second Trump presidency?
Donald Trump’s vows to dissolve the U.S. Department of Education could put school funding sources in jeopardy, and his policy positions could impact programs like Maine’s free breakfast and lunch, and student vaccine mandates.
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Posted inBusiness, News
To improve economy, Maine must address struggling youth and high cost of living, report finds
A prolonged worker shortage is holding back the state economy, according the Maine Economic Growth Council and Maine Development Foundation.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Woman sentenced to 9 months in prison for embezzling $800,000 from Waterville lawyer
Sarah Nale, 39, of Winslow stole more than $800,000 over 20 years from the Waterville lawyer for whom she worked, officials said.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
New Market Basket coming to The Downs in Scarborough
The supermarket, which has stores in Biddeford, Westbrook and Topsham, will employ 300 people.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine
Portland police arrest 5 men in Morrill’s Corner shooting, still looking for N.H. suspect
Each man faces assault charges in connection with the fatal shooting of Susan McHugh, which police believe stemmed from a biker club dispute.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine
State trooper arrests wrong-way driver in Aroostook County who almost hit him
The Freeport man was charged with criminal OUI and aggravated driving to endanger.
Posted inElection 2024, Maine, News, Politics
Jared Golden on voters who helped reelect him: ‘I think they feel like I’m being real’
In an interview Tuesday, U.S. Rep. Jared Golden talked about his ability to connect with voters from both parties and how Democrats nationally might win back some of those they lost in a tough election cycle.
Posted inBusiness, News
CMP customers will pay slightly less for electricity next year. It might not last.
Natural gas prices that play a big role in electricity generation in New England have settled, giving ratepayers a modest break in their monthly bills.
Posted inBusiness, Food, News
The Wrap: Roast beef shop opens in Portland; Brunswick ‘hobbit-core’ restaurant delayed
Also, Second Rodeo coffee opens in South Portland, a new Italian-Mediterranean restaurant for North Yarmouth and more local food news.