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In Halifax, Governor Mills Reaffirms Maine's Historic Relationship with Nova Scotia
State of Maine Office of Governor
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June 26, 2025
Halifax, Nova Scotia, CANADA-- Governor Janet Mills today completed the second leg of her three-day visit to Atlantic Canada focused on strengthening Maine's historic relationships with its Canadian neighbors and promoting Maine as a great place...
Governor Mills Promotes Friendship, Tourism, and Economic Partnerships in New Brunswick
State of Maine Office of Governor
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June 25, 2025
In visits to Fredericton and Saint John, Governor Mills meets with Premier Susan Holt and senior business and provincial officials to discuss stronger cross-border economic and civic partnerships Fredericton, New Brunswick, CANADA-- Governor Janet...
Maine FFA Association Announces 2025 National FFA Officer Candidate
Maine Department of Education
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June 13, 2025
The Maine FFA Association is proud to recognize Delaney McKeen, a 19-year-old recent graduate from the University of Maine at Presque Isle, as its 2025 National FFA Officer Candidate. McKeen was selected following interviews held at the 2025 Maine...
Portland Old Port Announces Best of 2025 Awards for Portland, Maine
EIN Presswire
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June 17, 2025
Honoring the top restaurants, shops, bars, and creatives that make Portland, Maine one of the most vibrant cities in New England. PORTLAND, ME, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- We’re excited to announce the launch the 2025...
Governor Mills Announces Visit to New Brunswick and Nova Scotia to Reaffirm Maine's Relationship with Canada
State of Maine Agencies
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June 16, 2025
MAINE, June 16 - Back to current news. June 16, 2025 Boston, MASSACHUSETTS -- Governor Janet Mills announced today that she will travel to Atlantic Canada next week to promote Maine as a top destination for Canadian tourists and to strengthen...
Governor Mills Announces Visit to New Brunswick and Nova Scotia to Reaffirm Maine's Relationship with Canada
State of Maine Office of Governor
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June 16, 2025
Boston, MASSACHUSETTS -- Governor Janet Mills announced today that she will travel to Atlantic Canada next week to promote Maine as a top destination for Canadian tourists and to strengthen cross-border relationships and economic ties. The...
Register for the Maine DOE 2025 Annual Summit on August 5 and 6; Fees Waived for Identified Schools
Maine Department of Education
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June 13, 2025
Registration is now open for the 2025 Maine Department of Education (DOE) Annual Summit, which will be held on August 5 and 6 at Thomas College. The two-day event, which costs $250 per person, includes breakfast, lunch, and access to nearly 100...
MEDIA RELEASE: Maine DOE Supports Next Generation of Leaders through Student Internships
Maine Department of Education
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June 9, 2025
These interns span high school to college and are working across a variety of Maine DOE offices and teams in the spring and summer of 2025. AUGUSTA, Maine – The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is pleased to recognize its nine student interns,...
Maine Border Patrol experiences spike in apprehensions
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
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May 31, 2025
HOULTON, Maine — After a record-breaking month of arrests in April, the United States Border Patrol (USBP) in Maine is continuing to see elevated numbers of apprehensions. On Friday May 23, 2025, Houlton Sector, in coordination with multiple...
ReadyPaydayLoans.com Launches "Ready Pay" App to Help Americans Access the Best Personal Loans by State with Same Day Results
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 28, 2025
Apply now at ReadyPaydayLoans.com to get matched with a lender offering fast personal loans, no credit check loans, or payday loans — anytime, anywhere in the U.S. LONG BEACH, Calif., June 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In response to rising demand...
Figure Skater’s Legacy Becomes Maine Haven: Tessa’s House Opens 16 Beds for Women in Recovery
EIN Presswire
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June 3, 2025
Trauma-informed, women-only facility honoring Tessa Lee McCue’s legacy and funded by a $1.1 million Maine Recovery Council grant. WASHINGTON, ME, UNITED STATES, June 3, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Addiction remains one of the most urgent women's...
World’s largest statue of Muhammad Ali unveiled in Lewiston, Maine
EIN Presswire
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June 3, 2025
New public monument by acclaimed sculptor Zenos Frudakis honors the legacy of ‘The Greatest’ near site of iconic 1965 rematch with Sonny Liston LEWISTON, ME, UNITED STATES, June 3, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A 10-foot bronze statue of boxing...
Tracey Whitten’s Journey from Homelessness to Healing Featured in Bestselling Anthology
EIN Presswire
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June 27, 2025
Homeless to Hotelier to Healer: Tracey Whitten’s Soul-Driven Journey Featured in International #1 Bestselling Book Whispers of the Soul GLENBURN, ME, UNITED STATES, June 27, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Tracey Whitten’s personal story of...
Unforgettable Forgottonia Hosts Heritage Days Festival and the World's Largest Monopoly Game: Macombopoly
EIN Presswire
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June 12, 2025
Experience an extended weekend of live music, local flavor, family fun, and the World’s Largest Monopoly game during Macomb’s Heritage Days Festival. MACOMB, IL, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- There’s no better time to...
Governor Mills Celebrates Revitalization of Historic Skowhegan Spinning Mill
State of Maine Agencies
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June 4, 2025
MAINE, June 4 - Back to current news. June 3, 2025 Project received $100,000 storm recovery grant to repair damage caused by flooding in December 2023 Skowhegan, MAINE-- Governor Janet Mills today delivered remarks at a ribbon cutting ceremony...
Attorney General Bonta Joins Coalition in Submitting a Comment Letter Opposing Offshore Oil, Gas Drilling
Office of the Attorney General California Department of Justice
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June 17, 2025
OAKLAND – California Attorney General Rob Bonta joined a coalition of 10 attorneys general in filing a comment letter with the U.S. Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Ocean Energy Management opposing offshore oil and gas drilling in the...
The Great American Pee Map: Sitting Down in Blue States, Standing Up in Red Ones
EIN Presswire
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June 6, 2025
A new survey from Nationwide Waste Services uncovers the private rituals Americans practice behind the bathroom door. GILBERT, AZ, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Great Bathroom Survey, conducted by Nationwide Waste Service...
Rutland Barracks Motor Vehicle Injury Crash
Vermont State Police
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June 16, 2025
STATE OF VERMONT DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY VERMONT STATE POLICE NEWS RELEASE MOTOR VEHICLE INJURY CRASH CASE#: 25B4004319 RANK / TROOPER: Trooper Craig Roland STATION: Rutland CONTACT#: (802) 773-9101 DATE/TIME: On 06/16/2025, at approximately...
Governor Mills Celebrates Revitalization of Historic Skowhegan Spinning Mill
State of Maine Office of Governor
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June 4, 2025
Project received $100,000 storm recovery grant to repair damage caused by flooding in December 2023 Skowhegan, MAINE-- Governor Janet Mills today delivered remarks at a ribbon cutting ceremony marking the revitalization of the historic Spinning...
Border Patrol apprehends known MS-13 gang member with international warrant
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
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May 30, 2025
RANGELEY, Maine — On Friday, May 23, 2025, United States Border Patrol (USBP) Agents arrested a Mara Salvatrucha gang member (MS-13) illegally present in the United States. On February 6, 2025, The State Department, in Public Notice 12672,...