Local & State

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September 24, 2023

Cumberland County Fair opens with big crowds

The fair began its 151st year Sunday with a demonstration by the Colby College Woodsmen and the kids pedal tractor pull.
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September 24, 2023

First foliage report of the season is a promising one for Maine

It’s set up to be a better year than last for leaf peepers in northern New England.
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September 24, 2023

Maine lawmaker calls for scrutiny of DHHS after disclosure of 8 public guardianship deaths

Legislators want to know why they weren't informed as required by law. A meeting with officials is planned for next month.
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September 24, 2023

Shaw’s in Falmouth robbed; police searching for suspect

Police say the man entered Shaw's Supermarket at the Falmouth Shopping Center on Saturday morning and made off with an undisclosed amount of cash.
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September 24, 2023

Portland police ask for help solving case of missing girl last seen in 1971

On the 52nd anniversary of when 16-year-old Cathy Marie Moulton was reported missing, authorities are seeking the public's help. Moulton was last seen on Forest Avenue.

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September 24, 2023

Society Notebook: Khmer Maine celebrates Cambodian community and supporters

The association became an official nonprofit in June and held a dinner and awards ceremony last month.
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September 24, 2023

Maine public meetings struggle to curb hate on Zoom

After a spate of virtual 'bombings' of racist and antisemitic comments, some communities are changing the rules. With free speech, it's a fine line.
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September 24, 2023

Is Sanford the next Biddeford? City readies for renaissance

A $50 million mill renovation is just the latest investment launching the beleaguered York County municipality as Maine's next destination city.
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September 24, 2023

This Cape Elizabeth senior started writing a musical in middle school. Now, it’s hitting the stage.

Hadley Johnson wrote the music, lyrics and book for 'Afterthought.' She's also the director, choreographer and star.
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September 23, 2023

Augusta’s Viles Arboretum opens wetland boardwalk

The arboretum, on the east side of the state's capital city, used both money from the Bureau of Parks and Lands as well as other fundraising to pay for the boardwalk that allows easy access to the wetland area along the north edge of its 224-acre facility.