U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken blasted Beijing over its support of Russia after emerging from more than five hours of talks with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi. During a meeting on the sidelines of a Group of 20 foreign ministers meeting in Bali, Indonesia, Blinken on Saturday said he told Wang that China wasn’t […]
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U.S. tribal elders recall painful boarding school memories
Native American elders in Oklahoma delivered powerful testimony to federal officials about their experiences in government-backed Indian boarding schools.
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How a crowded Republican field could help Trump in 2024 campaign
As Donald Trump considers another White House run, polls show he’s the most popular figure in the Republican Party.
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Mills asks Congress to delay action on Golden’s tribal equality bill
The measure would allow Maine tribes to benefit from new federal laws and programs, but the governor says the nature of Maine’s 1980 land claims settlement means any changes should be negotiated with the state.
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St. Patrick Church in Newcastle to Celebrate Restoration and 214th Anniversary on July 17
All are welcome to gather for a special celebration of the new restorations completed at the historic St. Patrick Church at 380 Academy Hill Road in Newcastle. A restoration presentation and reception are set for 1:15 p.m. Sunday, July 17, inside the old church. July 17 is the 214th anniversary of the church’s dedication. A Mass […]
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History presentation focuses on 1879 Maine coup that nearly sparked civil war
The Kennebec Historical Society’s July presentation focuses on “Siege at the State House: The 1879 Coup that Nearly Plunged Maine into Civil War.” “Siege at the State House” tells the true story of a coup that was attempted by Maine’s governor and the leaders of a new political party, almost plunging the United States into its […]
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Wiscasset Homes on Tour highlights style and history on July 9
A collection of Wiscasset area homes, along with an artist’s studio and a well preserved historic building, are featured on the Wiscasset Homes on Tour, set for 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 9. Tour-goers will also be able to enjoy music and refreshments at selected sites. One of the tour’s featured homes has […]
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Portland Charter Commission approves final report including proposal for strong mayor
The City Council now will decide to adopt or revise summaries of each question the commission has prepared for the November ballot.
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South Portland councilor’s move to different district raises some residents’ ire
The criticism of Councilor Jocelyn Leighton, who is representing District 1 even though she moved to District 3, comes after she supported a recent change in off-leash dog hours at Willard Beach.
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Mother and daughter settle lawsuit against Maine State Police
Brittany and Kimberley Irish received a $500,000 payment from the state after dropping a lawsuit that accused Maine State Police of failing to respond to warnings and protect them from a deadly rampage in 2015.