The emergency bill makes it easier for judges to appoint lawyers for people who can’t afford one themselves, and it authorizes the state to hire 5 new public defenders.
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Maine takes first step toward more accurately tracking efforts to resolve housing crisis
A bill to require Maine cities and towns to report annual home construction data is headed for the House — but without bipartisan support or a mandate that all municipalities participate.
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Gov. Mills signs law to prepare Maine for severe weather fueled by climate change
The bill includes a grant program to help residents safeguard their homes, provides a one-time dose of funding for the Maine Emergency Management Agency and establishes a new state office intended to reduce storm damage and protect infrastructure.
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Fires burn in Monmouth, across Maine as risks remain high
Windy, dry conditions in Maine have made the chances of fire increase.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine’s busiest shelter is losing millions in state funding
After months of clashing over General Assistance reimbursements to local emergency shelters, DHHS adopts a new rule that will slash Portland’s rate nearly in half.
Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, News
Mainers mark 250th anniversary of Paul Revere’s ride
Lanterns were lit across the state, readings of Longfellow’s epic poem were held in Augusta and Portland, and bells were rung in South Portland, Gorham and beyond.
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Mt. Ararat girls lacrosse escapes against Cony
Logan Norton scores the winner with 1:07 remaining as the Eagles survive a big comeback by the Rams.
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Too many Mainers are going through ‘life-changing’ civil cases without attorneys, legal aid providers say
Seven legal organizations who help Mainers with urgent civil legal matters are asking lawmakers to pass a $15.9 million 2-year emergency bill.
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Hallowell drinking water exceeds state regulation for forever chemicals
Hallowell Water District testing late last month showed drinking water in the city contained its highest PFAS levels in at least the past three years.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics, Schools and Education
Superintendents: Loss of federal funding would hit students most in need of support
School districts say Title I and IDEA dollars pay for staff positions in critical areas like intervention, early literacy and special education, and fund other services for some of Maine’s most vulnerable students.