The measure still needs two-thirds approval in the House and Senate because it was drafted as emergency legislation that would take effect immediately.
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Portland Museum of Art’s Youth Art Month exhibit spotlights Maine’s young artists
Student artists from across the state are represented in an exhibit running through April 5 at the Portland Museum of Art.
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Spring snow could be on the way to southern Maine
Projected snowfall totals aren’t available yet, but National Weather Service meteorologists say they’re watching for potential accumulation Sunday into Monday.
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Edward Little AD to take post with MPA
Todd Sampson will join the state organization that oversees high school sports as the assistant executive director at the Maine Principals’ Association.
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Gray officials weigh how international conflicts impact budget
Town officials discussed how national and international events, including higher Canadian tariffs, affect small town budgets.
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Scarborough plans a pair of Route 1 safety demos this summer | In the Know
This summer, the Maine Department of Transportation and the Greater Portland Council of Governments will lead separate efforts focused on traffic operations and pedestrian safety on Route 1. MDOT TRAFFIC PATTERN PILOT The Maine Department of Transportation is seeking an opportunity to elevate a portion of Route 1 over the marsh in Scarborough. This is […]
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Iconic Yarmouth tree ‘Herbie’ gets second life, chance to share the town’s history
To honor his friend and former leader of 317 Main Community Music Center, a woodworker used pieces from the town’s past.
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Westbrook fire displaces at least 6 residents of North Street apartment building
Two people were treated for injuries at the scene, but no one was seriously hurt, Chief Stephen Sloan said.
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Portland officials facing outcry after Turning Point USA joins Expo event
Critics say the city was intentionally misled by Calvary Chapel Greater Portland, which booked the gathering.
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4 takeaways from the Wabanaki-hosted gubernatorial debate
On the key issue of tribal sovereignty, the 3 independents and 5 Democrats who attended the Houlton event Thursday night were mostly in favor.