A list compiled by the federal agency specifically calls out the three law enforcement jurisdictions ‘as endangering American communities.’
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Eaton Peabody law firm, one of Maine’s largest, closing after 85 years
The full service firm said it was closing because of ‘evolving market conditions and the demographics of the firm.’
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Portland-to-Auburn railway trail project advances in Legislature
The bill appears on track to be approved, but funding for the 26-mile, multiuse trail is a potential obstacle.
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Maine fabric, crafts shops fill the void left after retailer Joann’s bankruptcy
Local store owners say they have already seen new customers coming in to shop for fabric, yarn and other craft supplies.
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You don’t have to like soccer to enjoy the Hearts of Pine | Column
Wondering whether it’s worth going to a game? If you like food, drink and a fun atmosphere, you won’t regret it.
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Miss Maine crowned as pageant receives national attention
Shelby Howell of Bangor won the crown from a field that included the pageant’s first openly transgender contestant and the girlfriend of Bill Belichick. The former Patriots coach was in the audience Sunday.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Multiunit homebuyers are turning sour on Portland
Real estate experts say high prices, rent control and competition from new inventory have sent the would-be landlords packing. And they’re heading to Lewiston-Auburn.
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Maine arts organizations face sudden loss of federal grants
The National Endowment for the Arts notified institutions in Maine and across the country late Friday night that their grants were being terminated.
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AmeriCorps cuts will hurt Maine communities, volunteers say
The loss of $400 million in grants to programs across the country puts at risk the service of more than 120 participants in Maine. Now they’re asking, ‘Why are we under attack?’
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Jane’s Walk tours unwind the fabric of Maine’s communities
On Saturday, over 50 free walking tours — part of a ‘global festival’ across 200 cities — highlighted the history of 29 municipalities in Maine.