Portland, South Portland and Lewiston schools have proposed budgets that would cut a combined 128 positions and increase taxes. Officials say rising salary and health care costs, and declining enrollment, are stressing their books.
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Portland Antiques Mall opens in home of former BBQ restaurant
Its operator also runs a vintage mall in Fairfield and plans to purchase another in York this spring.
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Posted inMaine, News
Proposed Biddeford school budget up 7%
Cost drivers include staff salaries and new teachers for English language learners. The budget would require a tax increase around 3.87%.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Democrats abandon bid to impose price caps on hospital services
However, an amended version of the bill, if passed, would limit price growth for some private insurance plans
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Lawmakers advance tax break compromise for Wabanaki nations
The Mi’kmaq Nation would get a representative in the Legislature under the amended bill.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Judge denies Brunswick health group’s request for new trial after mom received $25M verdict
Attorneys for both Mid Coast Medical Group and the plaintiff, Lyndsey Sutherland, have filed notices of appeal.
Posted inMaine, News
Portland to close its shelter for asylum seekers
The closure comes amid a sharp drop in use and also means the city will again be looking for a new location for an emergency warming shelter.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine
Former Buxton police officer accused of stalking ex using BMV database
Andrew Ward has pleaded not guilty. He resigned from the Buxton Police Department in October.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Woodland Pulp mill in Baileyville had 2nd leak in 2 months
The spill of 4,000 gallons of hydrogen peroxide on March 7 occurred as the mill was in the process of resuming operations following a fatal chemical leak in January.
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Mother-daughter duo celebrate 30 years of play at Falmouth toy store
At Rainbow Toys in Falmouth, the Steinbachs have been finding the perfect playthings for children since 1996.