Maine could vote on stripping transgender student protections

Maine hired contractor to organize timely visits for families in child welfare cases. It delivered 10% of the time. Last December, the state renewed the organization’s contract even though it fell far short of its performance requirements, according to an examination by The Maine Monitor. Read this Maine Monitor story by Josh Keefe.

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US Senate candidate Graham Platner facing new allegations over tattoo | Portland Press Herald

Maine could vote on stripping protections for transgender students in 2026 | Bangor Daily News & The Maine Monitor

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Lewiston area residents gather on Longley Bridge to remember 2023 tragedy | Spectrum News Maine

Is Maine’s drought making seasonal allergies worse? | Portland Press Herald

Amid growing food insecurity risks, new industrial kitchen ready to feed thousands in Maine | Maine Public

Maine school committee member resigned due to threats on his life | Bangor Daily News

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