Maine schools report thousands of restraints and seclusions per year, but the real number is higher

Maine schools report thousands of restraints and seclusions per year, but the real number is higher

Restraint and seclusion are widely condemned practices that create lasting trauma for students, their families and the educators involved.

Judge sides with Maine and 20 other states blocking Trump order to dismantle Education Department

The ruling came in two consolidated lawsuits that said Trump’s plan amounted to an illegal closure of the Education Department.

Sen. James Libby enters race to be governor of Maine

Libby said he is looking to reform General Assistance and MaineCare, strengthen government oversight, raise minimum standards for high school graduation and work on economic development.

Maine Legislature backs $3M more to help Mainers buy mobile home parks

The bill would replenish a fund created in 2023 to help residents buy their parks under a first-of-its kind state law.

1 million travelers expected on Maine Turnpike over holiday weekend

Stormy weather could impact travel throughout the weekend, with rainy conditions predicted from Friday through Sunday.

Throwback Goodyear Blimp is coming to New England

The two-day appearance includes a sweepstakes from which five people will win a 40-minute ride in the famous blimp.

My car was towed with no warning in downtown Bangor

"I intend to follow up with city officials until that money is back in my bank account."

A longtime Aroostook grocery store is closing

Brothers Jimmy and Joe Donahue are closing Steaks N' Stuff at 6 p.m. for purely personal reasons.

Pedestrian pinned after farm truck and commercial vehicle collide in Aroostook

The pedestrian was sitting on a guardrail when the vehicles collided and went crashing into it.

Maine has seen deer strikes increase, while moose crashes have declined

Over the past four years, the number of deer strikes reported on Maine roadways has topped 6,000 annually.

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