Advocates cheer new protection for once-filthy Presumpscot River
Gov. Janet Mills signed the law banning waste discharge licenses for the Lower Presumpscot, granting researchers and activists 4 years
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Portland women launch city’s first mobile free pantry
The self-serve, 24/7 free pantry builds on the nationwide Little Free Library trend and now offers food and essential items
Read MoreMotorcyclist dies in South Berwick crash
Police have not identified the motorcyclist or what led to the fatal crash.Read More
Read MoreNew executive director takes the helm at Indigo Arts Alliance
Jordia Benjamin takes over the role from co-founder Marcia Minter, who will focus on development and philanthropy for the nonprofit.Read
Read MoreBill to improve farmworkers’ pay, conditions in Maine awaits action by Mills
L.D. 398 would legally define farmworkers as employees, making them eligible for the state minimum wage and protecting them from
Read MoreMaine tightens rules for fishing striped bass following ‘unprecedented’ year
Recreational anglers will be prohibited from harvesting striped bass smaller than 28 and larger than 31 inches. The previous regulation
Read MoreHospital facility fees to be investigated under new law
Legislation signed Tuesday by Gov. Mills creates a task force to examine the fees, which will also be publicly shared.Read
Read MoreFormer York special education teacher sues district for discrimination
Michele Figueira is alleging the school created a hostile work environment where she was discriminated against for being gay.Read More
Read MoreFalmouth council OKs entertainment, food licenses for Old Smith Farm
The entertainment license comes with parking restrictions, however.Read More
Read MoreEnterprise Rent-A-Car employee hit and killed by pickup truck
The incident took place at Enterprise’s vehicle service facility near the Portland International Jetport.Read More
Read MoreKennebunk Savings Bank plans to donate land for affordable housing
If a contract zone is approved by Kennebunk voters, Avesta Housing will build 70 units of affordable housing for older
Read MoreThree summer camp international workers died in Friday’s Oxford County crash
The 3 were in a vehicle that crossed the centerline and struck the vehicle of a Bethel woman.Read More
Read MoreAs browntail moths emerge, Waterville launches experiment to limit exposure
City Councilor Thomas Klepach helps the city mitigate the effects of the browntail moth and is heading up tests at
Read MoreSaco mother and son found safe
The pair went to the Saco Police Department and spoke with officers after they were reported missing last month.Read More
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