From its start in Fort Kent, the longest sled dog race in the eastern United States is a qualifier for the famed Iditarod and a test of will.
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Golden votes with Republicans as House rejects war powers resolution
Maine’s 2nd District congressman and 3 other Democrats strayed from their party, and the measure to halt Trump’s attacks on Iran failed by a narrow margin.
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South Portland hoping to buy Walgreens as site for police station
Mayor Elyse Tipton said the potential acquisition is on track to go to city voters this fall.
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No more Maine data centers for now, lawmakers say
Lawmakers advanced a measure that drew attention last month when one senator said it could kill a previously unannounced project in Sanford.
Posted inHealth, News
Maine hospitals, health advocates debate bill that would cap hospital prices
The proposed bill would cap hospital prices at 200% of Medicare rates.
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Biddeford event will honor those lost to substance use disorder, aims to break stigma
The 6th annual Black Balloon Day gathering will be held in Biddeford for the first time Saturday.
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Maine flood risk eases, but ice jams pose a danger
River water and groundwater levels are low, but the thick ice remaining in the state’s rivers presents a flood risk.
Posted inMaine, News, The Maine Forecast
Snow, sleet on Friday will give way to springlike temps across Maine next week
Temperatures on Tuesday and Wednesday could climb above 60 degrees in some areas, according to the National Weather Service.
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‘Long overdue’: Maine lawmakers react to Trump firing Kristi Noem
Noem’s tenure as Department of Homeland Security secretary was ‘one of the most corrupt, reckless and disgraceful chapters in the department’s history,’ one of Maine’s representatives said.
Posted inLife & Culture, News, Times Record
Rockland museum receives a 4-ton compound engine
Maine Maritime Museum donated its triple-stage compound engine to the Sail, Power, and Steam Museum.