Lawmakers progress bill looking to address technology use in Maine classrooms

Discussion at the State House in Augusta on Thursday on the creation of a survey to analyze the use of technology in Maine classrooms.
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Augusta, state police respond to apparent homicide on Flagg Street

Several units responded to the small residential street around 11 p.m. Monday, and a police presence continued Tuesday.
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Death investigated in Augusta

Maine State Police are investigating after a man was found dead Monday night. The Augusta Police Department responded to an incident on Flagg Street at approximately 11:15 p.m. Officers located a deceased adult male upon arrival.

Sec. of State Bellows responds to impeachment request by Maine GOP leaders

Bellows issued a statement in response on Wednesday.

Gov. Janet Mills proposes $300 ‘affordability checks’ in her final State of the State

The governor focuses on affordability in her speech Tuesday night, also calling for a $70 million investment in housing and continuation of Maine's free community college program.

Discussion surrounding public use of private lands continues in Augusta

The state is made up of 92% privately owned land, but much of it is open to the public to be used for recreation.

Maine casino sues state over online gambling law, claims racial discrimination

One of Maine's two casinos is suing the state over online iGaming.

Here are the major proposals from Gov. Mills’ State of the State address

AUGUSTA — Gov. Janet Mills unveiled several policy proposals and funding priorities in her State of the State address Tuesday night, choosing to focus on affordability and countering federal cuts.

State House GOP says affordability comes from tax cuts, not Gov. Mills' $300 relief checks

Republicans say Maine should adopt Trump policies that would cut taxes on tips, overtime, and seniors