In Maine, Gov. Janet Mills’ office said Sunday it fully expects food benefits to be issued Monday in line with guidance issued Friday by the USDA.
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Food pantries in Lewiston, Auburn gear up amid uncertainy over SNAP benefits
Already burdened food pantries could see an uptick in need if food stamp benefits are not issued in November.
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Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Elderly couple in Gray recovers $19,500 from online fraud
Scammers convinced the couple they needed to return money that was supposedly deposited into their account by accident, police said.
Posted inLife & Culture, Maine
Climate change theater inspires audience in Freeport
Six plays performed outside spoke of oysters, orcas and opportunities to combat climate change.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Maine doctor heals military special forces members with spine surgeries
Dr. Lynn McGrath of Mercy Hospital volunteers with Return to Duty, which helps active duty or retired special forces members access less-invasive spine surgeries.
Posted inMaine, Mark LaFlamme, News
Skeletal trees, 4 p.m. dark and other cheerful news | Column
Mark LaFlamme’s dreary, cold, biting meditations on the brisk arrival of November.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Auburn teacher honored for meeting students’ emotional needs: ‘When they have fears, we address them’
Christine Samson has taught in the Auburn school system for 33 years, the past 18 at Sherwood Heights.
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Mollyockett Chorus presenting concert in Norway | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Mollyockett Chorus, renowned a cappella singers, will perform a benefit concert at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14, at the First Universalist Church of Norway, 479 Main St. Admission is $10 at the door. Proceeds will benefit the First Universalist Church of Norway. Each year the chorus adopts a theme for selecting […]
Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, Outdoors
10 of our favorite photos from Maine this fall
A collection of fall scenes and scenery from Maine Trust photographers
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Roughly 150 workers laid off as Woodland Pulp faces temporary shutdown
The downsizing reflects a global drop in demand for hardwood pulp.