A group of petitions filed this week are the latest instance in which Maine’s federal bench is being asked to wade deeper into immigration enforcement.
South Portland
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Science, not politics, is the answer to Willard Beach water woes | Opinion
A Sept. 9 workshop being held by the South Portland City Council offers a chance to reset the conversation.
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Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Science, not politics, is the answer to Willard Beach water woes | Opinion
A Sept. 9 workshop being held by the South Portland City Council offers a chance to reset the conversation.
Posted inLocal & State, Schools and Education
Enrollment up across Maine’s public university, community college systems
While the overall number of students has increased slightly, enrollment at individual schools varies. Some have seen major growth since last year, while others have declined.
Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining, Local & State, News
Maine food businesses and shoppers seeing higher costs as tariffs hit
The hefty tariffs are raising prices on items ranging from cheese to coffee, and businesses are figuring out how to absorb the costs — or pass them on to customers.
Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Maine football community remembers John Wolfgram at banquet of life
Wolfgram, the winningest coach in state history, died Aug. 5 at 77.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Postal Service rate increases could squeeze Maine businesses
The state’s remote geography means most shipments destined for beyond New England will face higher surcharges over the winter holiday season.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Why is unemployment so low in Maine, and what does it mean?
Everything from housing and industry booms to fewer job-seekers and the state’s status as the oldest in the nation has contributed to a run of low jobless rates, experts say.
Posted inFood & Dining, Leslie Bridgers, Life & Culture, Local & State, News
Is a Maine lobster roll from a gas station any good? | Column
We tried cheaper versions of the state’s signature sandwich from Rusty Lantern, Hannaford and Market Basket to see how they stacked up.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News, Politics
Maine hospitals wait years to be reimbursed for serving low-income residents
Hospitals are already under financial strain. Federal and state policies affecting Maine’s Medicaid program will only add pressure.