Often working part time, people age 65 and older have become a critical resource in the state’s economy.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Regular gas tops $4, premium over $5 in Maine amid severe Trump Iran threats
The statewide cost of gas has risen to its highest point in years as the conflict in Iran grips the global oil market.
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Posted inElections, Maine, Nation & World, New England, News, Politics
Janet Mills releases her policy platform. Here’s how it differs from Platner’s.
Until Tuesday, the 2-term incumbent governor had largely focused on persuading voters she is electable and will stand up to President Donald Trump.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Do This, Life & Culture, Maine
North Haven punk trio Bait Bag releases ‘Cut Fruit’ EP
See the feminist punk trio live in Portland on April 24.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine Senate votes to keep controversial data privacy bill alive
LD 1822, which was rejected in the House of Representatives last week, passed the Senate 18-14 Monday night.
Posted inMaine, News, The Maine Forecast
Winter’s back in Maine on Tuesday, but spring is expected to make a quick comeback
A dusting to 2 inches of snow is expected on Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service, but warmer temperatures are on the horizon.
Posted inMaine, News
Casco Bay Bridge will close to large vessels Wednesday
The Maine Department of Transportation will be conducting routine maintenance between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News
Here’s why a 175-year-old Portland chapel was demolished
The Preble Street Chapel, built in 1851, was torn down over the weekend to make way for an expanded child care center and affordable housing.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
L.L.Bean’s Japan collection makes first landing in Maine
After more than 30 years, the retailer is finally selling its Japanese designs in the US, including at its flagship store in Freeport.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News, Politics
Bill to merge Capitol, state police fails in Maine House
Michael Sauschuck, the Department of Public Safety’s commissioner, had proposed for the Maine State Police to consume the Capitol Police by attrition.