The state’s ongoing housing crisis wasn’t caused by one thing, but it has put homeownership out of reach for an entire generation and created ripple effects on the broader economy.
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Posted inMaine, News
As the climate changes, some Maine marshes will migrate inland – if there’s room for them
A ghost forest in Wells indicates that rising ocean waters are killing trees that can’t tolerate the inundation or the salt.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine
Sebago Lake properties at center of shoreland zoning ordinance violations begin restoration process
Restoration plan for Buteau properties on Sebago Lake approved by Maine DEP and town of Raymond.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Judge denies emergency relief in lawsuit challenging limits on public funds for religious schools
The plaintiffs in the case have already filed a notice that they intend to appeal the order issued Thursday.
Posted inElection 2024, Nation / World, News, Politics
Trump campaign says its emails were hacked
The campaign provided no specific evidence of Iran’s involvement, but the claim comes a day after Microsoft issued a report detailing foreign agents’ attempts to interfere in the U.S. campaign in 2024.
Posted inMaine, News, Uncategorized
Scottish heavy athletics competitors throw logs, stones, weights in Hallowell
Inaugural Hallowell Backyard Games features tests of strength and technique, with veterans helping newcomers.
Posted inNation / World, News
Ferguson officer critically injured at protest on the 10th anniversary of Michael Brown’s death
The team of officers went out to make arrests Friday for destruction of property at the police station.
Posted inElection 2024, Maine, News, Politics
With November on the horizon, presidential race ramps up in Maine
The Harris campaign held canvassing events this weekend following visits from high-profile Democrats, while Republicans turned their focus to Austin Theriault’s bid to unseat Rep. Jared Golden.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn
Children remain the focus as Lewiston tournament honors couple slain while sharing their passion for bowling
Saturday’s tournament was held in memory of a couple who loved to teach children how to bowl.
Posted inHealth, Nation / World, News
This nurse began working at hospital during WWII and hasn’t stopped. She’s 97.
“I love people, and my health is good, so I’m happy to do what I can,” said Grace Carr, of Allentown, Pennsylvania, who has worked at the same hospital for 80 years.