The City Council voted last Monday for a six-month pause on new marijuana businesses, but failed to follow proper processes under state law and the city charter.
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Posted inBoys Basketball, Girls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Watch the Maine basketball tournament highlight reels
Top plays from the boys and girls games at the Augusta Civic Center, Portland Expo and Cross Insurance Arena in Bangor
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Posted inCommunity, Connections
Maine Historic Preservation Commission announces details of grant program
The grants will help with the restoration of historic community buildings owned by governmental and non-profit organizations.
Posted inNews
Commander of warship named for state’s capitol makes rounds in Maine
The USS Augusta’s commander is on a two-day tour to strengthen the bonds of the ship’s namesake city.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
How would federal education changes impact Maine schools?
President Trump is pledging to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, which provided $250 million to Maine schools this year for some of the most vulnerable students.
Posted inCommunity, Connections
Student applicants sought for March 18 Maine Agriculture Policy Day
This event offers selected students an inside look at state government, providing a firsthand look at agricultural policymaking.
Posted inCommunity, Connections
Maine chamber names new board members, officers
The slate of directors was confirmed at the chamber’s membership meeting last November.
Posted inMaine
Anti-Trump protesters gather near Maine State House in Augusta
The protest was part of a movement in capital cities across the nation.
Posted inCommunity, Connections
Dirigo Libraries launches to improve access to resources
The impact of this upgrade and consortium will vary among the libraries, but patrons should enjoy several key benefits.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
More Mainers are leaning on state help to pay for burials, cremations
Funeral directors say they are seeing more situations where General Assistance is needed to pay for a burial or cremation, but the amount paid by the program doesn’t completely cover expenses.