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Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Maine Sens. Angus King, Susan Collins played key roles in crafting a deal to break the impasse
The Senate passed the legislation late Monday night, likely leading to the end of the longest shutdown in U.S. history with a few days.
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Posted inBoys Soccer, News, The Bethel Citizen, Varsity Maine
A win then a loss to end a great season for Telstar boys soccer
Telstar beat Pine Tree Academy 1-0 in double overtime on Thursday, Nov. 6, to win the division; on Saturday they lost to Piscataquis 2-1 in the state championship.
Posted inFact Brief, Maine, News
Have some studies shown the shift to daylight saving time increases fatal car crashes? | Fact brief
Multiple studies have shown an increase in deadly vehicle crashes just after the shift to daylight saving time. Still, one study found it was offset by a decrease in pedestrian and bicyclist deaths, while another study found no effect.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Lewiston hospital to end trauma center status over ‘burdensome costs’
The move will leave Maine with 2 trauma centers, but CMMC officials say patients won’t ‘notice much of a change.’
Posted inNation / World, News
Supreme Court rejects call to overturn decision legalizing same-sex marriage nationwide
The justices turned away an appeal without comment, drawing a collective sigh of relief from the LGBTQ community in Maine.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine, Things to Do
13 Maine sports bars where you can catch the big game
Find places to watch with friends and have a beer and a bite in Portland, Falmouth, Brunswick, Lewiston-Auburn, Waterville and Winslow.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine winter looking meh, forecasters say
The National Weather Service is forecasting average temperatures and slightly below average precipitation.
Posted inNation / World, News, Politics
Shutdown end in sight as Maine’s King helps break stalemate
Maine Sen. Angus King and both of New Hampshire’s senators agreed to legislation that would reopen the government with the promise of a vote on expiring health care subsidies. Two other Democrats joined them, the minimum needed.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine judge finds DA’s office acted in ‘bad faith’ as prosecutors buckle under high caseloads
Three recent examples show how cases can languish or prompt sanctions when prosecutors fail to to turn over discovery.