Nonprofits scramble for help as fewer people volunteer
A recent survey shows that formal volunteer participation dropped 7 percentage points between 2019 and 2021 – the largest decrease
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Augusta City Councilors express interest in allowing recreational marijuana sales
The city has allowed the sale of medical marijuana since 2019.Read More
Read MorePolice arrest Windham man wanted in fatal Turner crash in December
Curtis Randy Fogg, 34, is facing charges of manslaughter, reckless conduct, driving after having been declared a habitual offender, leaving
Read MoreHotel, concession building coming to Thompson’s Point
The riverfront Portland arts and entertainment space also plans to install a dock for kayaks.Read More
Read MoreHospitals face new wave of competition from infusion centers
It’s the latest example of insurance companies partnering with independent centers to offer lower-cost outpatient services.Read More
Read MoreHundreds run, climb, crawl through mud at Thomas College
School hosts Dirty Dog Mud Run, a 5K race with obstacles, at Waterville campus.Read More
Read MoreFirefighters attack large brush fire in Eliot
Fire departments from eight towns battled a brush fire Saturday in Eliot. The danger of wildfires is high due to
Read MoreMaine parents struggle to book summer camps amid ‘insane’ demand
Some camps run by recreation departments in southern Maine were fully booked within minutes this year.Read More
Read MoreRanchers and farmers in Maine face bottleneck getting meat products to consumers
Bill in U.S. Senate could make it easier to sell meats locally; owners of a mid-sized ranch offer their views,
Read MoreHundreds gather for celebration of Khmer New Year in Westbrook
Organizers estimate that at least 300 people attended the celebration of the Cambodian holiday that marks the end of the
Read MoreCrews quell stubborn wildfire in Raymond
The blaze was contained by 8 p.m. Friday, Fire Chief Bruce Tupper said.Read More
Read MorePortland residents, council meet with city manager finalists as decision on appointment nears
The 3 finalists also toured the city and met with staff Friday, and will continue the interview process Saturday.Read More
Read MoreColby receives 184 works from late art collector Norma Marin, including prints by her famous father-in-law
The gift also includes photographs that represent the passions of the donor, who died last year.Read More
Read MoreTwo trucks destroyed by fire after turnpike crash
Police say the southbound lanes in Saco were closed for several hours while crews put out the fires and cleaned
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