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Local Maine news from the Portland Press Herald.
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A failed $1.5 million deal. Restricted roads. The small town of Freedom struggles with conflicts of interest.
A series of recall elections this year have roiled the tiny Maine town.
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Winter storm watch issued for Tuesday snow in Maine
As of Sunday, between 6-10 inches of snowfall are forecasted for the Portland area.
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Model train fest in Auburn draws in enthusiasts of all ages
The Great Falls Model Railroad Club showed off its miniature locomotives with pride at its annual ‘ExTRAINaganza’ this weekend.
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Maine lawmakers outline competing visions for energy policy, agree affordability is key
Energy affordability — under mounting stress chiefly from rising electricity prices — will be a litmus test for most any climate policy or spending decisions.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Overlooked during opioid crisis, more of Maine’s oldest began to struggle with drugs
The number of Medicare patients who received buprenorphine treatment for their addiction to opioids increased about 70% between 2019 and 2023, a Maine Monitor analysis shows for the first time.
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Multi-state pursuit on I-95 leads to arrest in Kittery
Police say the driver rammed a cruiser before spinning out.
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Water bills are shooting up in rural Maine
Years of deferred maintenance are catching up with some small utilities, forcing them to raise rates by as much as 75%.
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Skowhegan Indian still needs new owner, although someone is interested
Joe Almand, who helped with the sculpture’s last major restoration in 2014, said he has submitted a proposal to restore the local landmark.
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Maine parents facing hardship turn to Toy Fund to keep holiday magic alive
Families writing to the fund this season describe the struggle to balance financial and emotional difficulties and the need to give kids a moment of joy.