Rep. Valli Geiger, D-Rockland, originally blamed House and Senate leaders for the bill’s 2024 demise. But now she blames the governor.
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Learn about 5 women who made Cape Elizabeth history
Celebrate Women’s History Month by learning about a few local women.
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Is Janet Mills the only Maine Democrat to win a statewide election in 20 years? | Fact brief
The governor has repeated the claim as part of her campaign for the Democratic nomination to challenge Sen. Susan Collins in November.
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Former Gorham Councilor Phil Gagnon offers insight into Gorham’s future
Former Town Council chair, school committee member Phil Gagnon thinks TIF funds could be used to help offset rising school budget costs.
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3 key takeaways from Kennebunkport’s town budget proposal
The proposal is up about 2.1% from last year’s but has no tax increase in its current state.
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Bonny Eagle school district seeks $73.5M for budget
The proposed MSAD 6 spending would rise $4.6 million over the current budget.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Hancock County probate judge, wanted on arrest warrant, turns himself in
William Blaisdell is accused of missing a court hearing last week concerning unpaid child support payments.
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Connect over your hobbies through these 5 Falmouth clubs
From chess to speed skating, there’s a social group for everyone.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine
Yarmouth artist’s canvas is a salt marsh
Mitchell Rasor merges art and environment by creating watercolor paintings in the tidal marsh along the Royal River. An award-winning film about his work will screen at the Portland Museum of Art.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Maine’s early childhood intervention system was broken. Schools are taking over.
Fifty school districts have already assumed control of preschool and pre-K special education from the state and many more will follow suit in the fall. Although challenges persist, district leaders say the shift has benefited students.