Observers say ‘normal’ enforcement during the Trump administration is far from normal.
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Gov. Mills is calling for a bell-to-bell school cellphone ban. What does that mean?
Maine would join more than 20 states that ban cellphones for the entire school day. Several districts have already adopted their own policies, but statewide mandates of any kind often meet resistance.
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Portland designer’s Pats jacket is Super Bowl bound
Daphne Murphy creates stylish outerwear from souvenir blankets, sweatshirts and jerseys of New England’s pro sports teams.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Millinocket town councilor resigns after arrest on theft charge
Gail Mackin, 73, is accused of pocketing cash over ‘an extended period’ at the general store where she worked, police say.
Posted inMaine, News
Lisbon rolls out property tax relief program for seniors
The program comes on the heels of steep property tax increases, with more likely to come.
Posted inMaine, News
Raymond farm in dispute with the town over hosting events
The owners of The Roma Farm claim they are being harassed over alleged ordinance violations.
Posted inFood, Maine
For these Maine couples, the garden is where their love blooms
The way we cultivate relationships often comes out in the way we cultivate our gardens.
Posted inBusiness, Food, News
Blue Lobster Urban Winery closes East Bayside tasting room
The company has shifted its focus to growing its wholesale accounts.
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Police identify 4 of 6 killed in Bangor plane crash
Three of the people identified were from Texas; one was from Hawaii. Officials are working to positively identify the remaining two victims.
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Maine nutrition experts are mixed about new federal dietary guidelines
They support the Department of Health and Human Services’ attention to whole, unprocessed food, but many question the advice on protein and saturated fats.