The Root Cellar will donate more than $65,000 to VictimsFirst, matching funds it received after the Oct. 25, 2023, mass shootings.
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Details remain scarce after FBI raid at Waterboro home
Officials are declining to comment on the ‘investigative activity’ involving FBI agents clad in hazmat suits at a home on Main Street this week.
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Posted inMaine, News
Bill to increase shelter funding in Maine advances
Legislators say they recognize the need for more funding for homeless shelters, but are split on where that money should come from.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Maine lawmakers vote to exempt political groups from data privacy proposal
Maine could join nearly 20 states with strict data privacy regulations.
Posted inMaine, News
What to expect from the upcoming Kennebunk municipal budget
The current proposal includes a 4.6% budget increase, but the Select Board chair says the potential impact on residents’ taxes isn’t yet clear.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
What to know about Falmouth’s draft school budget, up 6%
Three things to know about the proposed $55.68 million budget, which emphasizes literacy programs and special education.
Posted inMaine, News, Times Record
Freeport Energy Forum to highlight home energy solutions
Maine homeowners will connect with local experts and organizations about green energy technology upgrade options.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine
These Maine news anchors used to bring you the world. Now, they’re models traveling it.
Cindy Williams and Lee Nelson, who worked at a Portland TV station for more than 30 years, now travel the world shooting spots for cruise lines and luxury hotels.
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Police responding to attempted suicide in South Paris call Border Patrol
The Paris police chief said an officer needed help with translation during a life-or-death situation. Advocates fear this will discourage immigrants from reaching out to local police.
Posted inBusiness, Food, Maine, News
Holy Donut on Park Avenue trying to unionize
Staff leaders say management has resisted their attempts.