Local & State
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PublishedApril 29, 2024
Maine’s public advocate criticizes state’s tentative settlement with Electricity Maine
Under the agreement, thousands of customers who were overcharged for electricity would be reimbursed anywhere from $10 to $4,000. But Public Advocate Bill Harwood says stricter sanctions are needed.
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PublishedApril 29, 2024
Man who died at Wiscasset jail was struggling with mental health, family says
Kare Randall, 25, moved to Maine this year, hoping for a fresh start, but he was found dead of an apparent suicide last week. Family members say there were red flags that Two Bridges Regional Jail overlooked.
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PublishedApril 28, 2024
Cumberland singer Julia Gagnon advances to top 8 on ‘American Idol’
Gagnon sang 'Here I Am' by Bryan Adams on Sunday night, once again winning praise from the 'Idol' judges. She vies for a spot in the top 7 on Monday.
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PublishedApril 28, 2024
New report shows striking increase in weather-related power outages in Maine
As more outages occur because of bad weather, a federal grant may help the grid better contain disruptions.
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PublishedApril 28, 2024
In a historic legislative session, some big reforms for Maine still fell short
Some approved legislation still awaits action by the governor, and lawmakers will return for at least one more day to address vetoes.
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PublishedApril 28, 2024
Society Notebook: Indigo Arts Alliance auctions work by residency program alums
The Spring is in the AiR benefit was also a celebration of the Portland nonprofit's fifth anniversary.
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PublishedApril 28, 2024
Pizza Joint becomes latest Portland-area business to feel a lot of love … a little too late
After the foodie favorite announced the closure of its Portland and South Portland shops, people were lining up to place orders. But one can't help but ask: Where were those customers before?
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PublishedApril 28, 2024
A look at the ordinance that will determine if 142 Free St. can be torn down
Plus, the differences in how the Portland Museum of Art and preservationists are interpreting it.
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PublishedApril 28, 2024
Portland Museum of Art hangs its future on fate of neighboring building
On May 6, the City Council will take up the question of whether the former Children's Museum at 142 Free St. can be demolished. Working toward an ambitious expansion, the PMA hasn't said what it will do if the structure can't be torn down.
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PublishedApril 27, 2024
Rapt tour group: Bird-watchers gather on Bradbury Mountain for a day of education on birds of prey
'Feathers Over Freeport: A Birdwatching Weekend' lured visitors to the state park in Pownal, where up to 1,800 hawks might pass over the mountain at the height of the season.
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