School and police officials said the initiative to hand out some 100 ‘body shield bags’ is not in response to any specific safety threat.
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Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Maine Democrats revive push to raise taxes on the wealthy, corporations
The move could set up a showdown between Gov. Janet Mills, who has opposed previous proposals, and her own party amid a contentious Democratic primary for U.S. Senate against a populist newcomer.
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Posted inMaine, News
Maine’s public defense commission out of money, issues notices to lawyers
Private lawyers who do public defense work were notified that their last payments for the fiscal year will be made this month.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News
Falmouth sends fire stations overhauls to June ballot
The project to improve the town’s two fire stations, expected to cost $12.5 million, was tabled in the summer as officials worked to reduce costs.
Posted inMaine, News
Kennebunkport weighs impacts of Prelude amid concerns about congestion, overtime pay
Town leaders are seeking ways to alleviate some of the financial burden that the popular Christmas event requires, though they say they do not want to cut back or cancel the celebration, which is a major economic boon for the town.
Posted inMaine, News
Portland negotiating settlement with landlord it claims violated rent control ordinance 68 times
The city found that Geoffrey Rice overcharged tenants at dozens of units across 14 of his buildings from 2023 to 2025.
Posted inMaine, News
Why is South Portland’s proposed school budget so high?
The school district is trying to cut $8.4 million while keeping the potential property tax increase to 6%.
Posted inMaine, News, Outdoors
Maine’s outdoor recreation economy growing faster than anticipated
The sector accounted for more than 32,000 jobs in Maine in 2024, nearly 5% of the state’s workforce.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Carrabassett Valley man charged with murder to be held without bail
Austin J. Doucette, 24, is accused of shooting his girlfriend multiple times Sunday night and remains in custody at the Franklin County jail in Farmington.
Posted inBusiness, Food, Maine, News
Portland French wine bar and restaurant Elizabeth opening this spring
The Wharf Street venue aims to launch in April.