The school district is trying to cut $8.4 million while keeping the potential property tax increase to 6%.
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Posted inMaine, News, Outdoors
Maine’s outdoor recreation economy growing faster than anticipated
The sector accounted for more than 32,000 jobs in Maine in 2024, nearly 5% of the state’s workforce.
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Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Carrabassett Valley man charged with murder to be held without bail
Austin J. Doucette, 24, is accused of shooting his girlfriend multiple times Sunday night and remains in custody at the Franklin County jail in Farmington.
Posted inBusiness, Food, Maine, News
Portland French wine bar and restaurant Elizabeth opening this spring
The Wharf Street venue aims to launch in April.
Posted inElections, Maine
Stephen King endorses a Maine governor candidate
The prolific author from Maine is backing Hannah Pingree in her bid to succeed Gov. Janet Mills.
Posted inMaine, News
Have you built or rented an ADU? Are you considering it? Tell us about it.
Accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, are being pushed as an affordable option to help build up the state’s low housing inventory.
Posted inFact Brief, Health, Maine, News
Does hand sanitizer work well against norovirus? | Fact brief
Norovirus is the leading cause of foodborne illness in the United States, according to the CDC.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Why has enforcement slowed against Maine’s Chinese marijuana grows?
Despite the Trump administration’s promises of a federal crackdown, Maine sheriffs say they are bearing the burden of investigating hundreds of grows run by transnational criminal groups.
Posted inMaine, News
Will a new public works garage remain in Standish budget?
The Town Council and budget committee will determine next month if the garage project, possibly costing $9 million, moves to the ballot.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News, Schools and Education
Newport police investigate alleged assault after school board trans policy debate
Public comment at the Regional School Unit 19 meeting Tuesday night abruptly ended when people started arguing about a student’s suspension.