The cost-of-living adjustments were canceled in 2025 for budgetary reasons and were not included in Gov. Mills’ two-year budget proposal.
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Thornton-Lewiston boys hockey Class A semifinal highlight reel
The best action from the Golden Trojans victory over the Blue Devils.
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Thornton Academy boys hockey beats Lewiston in Class A semifinal
The Golden Trojans score 12 seconds into the third period and hold on against the defending Class A champs.
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Our favorite images from Tuesday’s high school hockey playoffs
Cheverus/Yarmouth, Kents Hill and Thornton Academy each punched their tickets into this weekend’s state championships.
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Maine educators ask Legislature to increase teachers’ minimum salary
A bill before the Education and Cultural Affairs Committee would raise the minimum teacher salary in Maine from $40,000 to $50,000 over the next 5 years.
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Finalists announced for Mr. and Miss Maine Basketball awards
Three finalists are up for each honor, which are given to the top senior boys and girls players in the state.
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South Portland boys basketball surges to AA South title
The Red Riots use a 19-3 third-quarter run to gain control and beat Bonny Eagle, 49-34.
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Thursday’s Portland basketball tournament highlight reel
Big plays from the boys Class AA North and South semifinals at the Portland Cross Insurance Arena.
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Maine needs more housing fast, but tariffs could slow efforts
Experts say the 25% tariff on steel and the threatened 25% tax on Canadian goods could increase home prices by up to 10%, undermining efforts to boost housing production and affordability.
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The number of mental health providers licensed in Maine is up 60% since 2019. It still isn’t enough.
Despite the increase in counselors, substance use counselors, social workers and psychologists, many Mainers are still waiting months for care.