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Published
August 20, 2021

MaineGeneral sees uptick in COVID patients

Driven by the unvaccinated, the modest rise in COVID-19 admissions at MaineGeneral in Augusta belies the 325-percent jump in the seven-day daily case average across the state compared to one month ago.
Published
April 26, 2021

Bill to remove veil of secrecy from Maine police surveillance tools advances

The measure sponsored by Rep. Charlotte Warren would repeal the law that effectively prohibits state police from answering any questions about troopers' use of surveillance tools such as facial recognition technology.
Published
March 18, 2021

Maine’s top law enforcement official defends Trooper of the Year selection

Public Safety Commissioner Michael Sauschuck says a review found that the award, to an officer accused of racial profiling, was not meant to send a signal to the Black Lives Matter movement. A lawmaker who sought the review isn't satisfied.
Published
February 25, 2021

New round of federal rent relief becomes available Monday

Applications for $200 million in new funding can be filed beginning at noon Monday.
Published
February 17, 2021

Committee endorses bill to require racial impact statements in all state legislation

The measure, sponsored by Assistant House Majority Leader Rachel Talbot Ross of Portland, would require bills be analyzed for how they might impact racial minorities and disadvantaged ethnic groups.

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Published
January 17, 2021

Maine State House quiet on Sunday amid protest concerns

There were no signs of activity by Trump supporters, who are said to be targeting state capitols for demonstrations through Inauguration Day.
Published
November 29, 2020

School outing clubs face obstacles during COVID-19 pandemic

Brunswick-based Teens to Trails has awarded trips to clubs at Cony, Gardiner Area and Maranacook Community High schools, hoping to help students explore the outdoors.
Published
November 7, 2020

Tasting room owners in central Maine say they can open safely indoors amid pandemic

Central Maine tasting rooms figuring out what's next, including a commitment to outdoor service during winter months.
Published
October 23, 2020

Anti-masking rallies in Portland and Augusta planned Saturday

Organizers call for the arrest of six governors, including Gov. Janet Mills.
Published
October 17, 2020

Fewer students statewide are using free meals, even though it’s available for all

Communities have stepped up to help get meals out to students through the food bank and volunteers, but increased remote learning and home schooling mean fewer students are taking advantage of free meals compared with last year.