The new realities of the #MeToo era have dominated the latest season of the long-time television reality contest.
Carol Semple
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Majority of House supports Trump’s impeachment, Associated Press count shows
In a fiery letter Tuesday to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Trump maintained that he did nothing wrong in seeking foreign investigation of political rivals.
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House nears historic impeachment vote as Trump paints himself as a victim
The House is expected to vote Wednesday to approve two articles, setting the stage for a Senate trial in February.
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Six people died in crashes Friday, the deadliest day on Maine roads this year
Icy conditions were reported on many roads that day, and the deaths included that of a pedestrian and a man whose car plunged into a brook.
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Democratic leaders push to end labor dispute and save 6th primary debate
Candidates say they won’t participate Thursday if a dispute isn’t resolved between a food services company and about 150 of its employees who work at the campus hosting the event.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Maine minimum wage to rise, overtime rules to change Jan. 1
The state Department of Labor reminds workers and employers that a suite of changes to state and federal minimum wage and overtime laws is coming in less than 3 weeks.
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Man convicted of murdering his best friend dies at Maine State Prison
The death of the Prentiss man is not considered suspicious, authorities say.
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Wisconsin judge hears challenge to 234,000 voter registrations
Conservatives in a key swing state are trying to purge some voters, most in epicenters of Democratic support, from the system.
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Donated toys were tainted by meth lab in church playroom, Buxton pastor says
The area also will be tested for chemical contamination after the discovery of items consistent with the manufacture of methamphetamine.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, New England
Region’s leaders say offshore wind in Gulf of Maine could provide critical energy source
Several commercial fishermen expressed concerns and cautioned the federal government to move slowly and ensure their decisions were based on sound science.