Task force looks to find ways lower property taxes

Newry couple’s plans to extract lithium-rich ore remains ‘on hold’. “The mining regulations in Maine are not designed to promote environmentally safe extraction but rather to ban mining,” Mary Freeman contends. Click the image to read this Maine Monitor story by Chris D'Angelo.

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New task force looks to find ways lower property taxes | Spectrum News Maine

Maine CDC issues standing order to expand COVID-19 vaccine access | News Center Maine

Comfort dog’s handler charged in connection to animal’s death | WABI

Maine organizations urge Collins to withdraw support for federal judicial nominee | Maine Public

Child welfare officials developing short-term homes for children in crisis | Spectrum News Maine

‘We’re screwed’: Washington County officials face outcry over proposed 40% budget hike | The Maine Monitor & Bangor Daily News

ICE detained parent near Portland school, officials confirm | Portland Press Herald

King opposes Trump VA nominee after contract review dispute | WGME

New U.S. Census data highlight Maine's strong labor market and low number of uninsured residents | Maine Public

Stephen King faces conservative backlash over social media posts about Charlie Kirk | Portland Press Herald

Jury finds former Max Linn staffer stole $225K meant for cryptocurrency | Bangor Daily News

Suspended Lewiston police detective has extensive history of disciplinary problems | Sun Journal

Appeals court allows Trump’s administration to block Medicaid funds to Planned Parenthood | Associated Press

EPA reaches agreement with Midcoast Regional Redevelopment Authority after foam spill | WGME

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