She is notable not only for her impact on women’s history, but also as a reminder of the important role journalists have played as watchdogs of American government.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, Politics
Industry-backed lawmakers lead effort to further loosen regulation of medical cannabis in Maine
Maine’s medical marijuana laws are already among the loosest in the country. Two key lawmakers are pushing to ease regulations further after receiving financial support from the industry.
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Posted inMaine, News, Politics, Schools and Education
Trump demands ‘full throated’ apology from Gov. Mills over Maine’s transgender athlete policy
The president wrote on social media that ‘the State of Maine has apologized,’ but it was not clear to whom he was referring. The governor’s office didn’t respond to a request for comment Saturday.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports, UMaine Sports
Maine wins first Hockey East title since 2004
The Black Bears beat UConn, 5-2, to earn a No. 1 seed in the NCAA tournament.
Posted inSports, Varsity Maine, Wrestling
Longtime coach, official Terry Devereaux inducted into New England High School Wrestling Hall of Fame
Terry Devereaux, a former Belfast Area High School standout and current Cony High School assistant has served a variety of roles in sport over the years.
Posted inMaine, News
MaineGeneral Health to lay off more than 100 workers to address budget shortfalls
The layoffs will occur in mid-April, president and CEO Nathan Howell said.
Posted inSports
With Cooper Flagg in tournament, Maine’s betting numbers could see boost
March Madness is the one of the biggest gambling events of the year, and industry experts believe Flagg’s involvement could generate even more interest.
Posted inBusiness, Food
Reinvention! Transformation! What should the restaurant of the future look like?
The modern restaurant dates back to the French Revolution. It may be time for a wholesale change. Local restaurateurs discuss how they might alter its framework, or how they already have.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News, Politics
A $3M boost to Maine’s public defense spurs objections on all sides
An emergency bill sought to compromise the demands of Gov. Janet Mills and the Maine Commission on Public Defense Services as the state faces a constitutional violation over a lack of court-appointed attorneys.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Maine lawmakers endorse nominees to state’s high, superior courts
The Senate will have a final vote on Julia Lipez’s nomination to the Maine Supreme Judicial Court and Darcie McElwee’s to the Superior Court.