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Governor Mills Announces Successful Resolution of 34-Year-Old AMHI Consent Decree
State of Maine Agencies
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December 3, 2024
MAINE, December 3 - Back to current news. December 3, 2024 Dismissal by Maine Superior Court of Consent Decree follows finding that State of Maine has achieved substantial compliance to improve mental health services Governor Janet Mills announced...
SEVEN MTI CLIENTS AMONG THE FASTEST GROWING COMPANIES IN THE U.S.
EIN Presswire
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August 15, 2024
PORTLAND, MAINE, UNITED STATES, August 15, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Maine Technology Institute (MTI) announced that seven of its clients were named to the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. The prestigious...
IPM Council Meeting
Maine Government
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December 5, 2024
MAINE, December 12 - Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Back to full Meeting Calendar Date: December 12, 2024 Start Time: 9:00 AM Location: Room 101 Deering Bldg. 90 Blossom Lane, Augusta Meeting description/purpose: Join on...
UNE ONLINE INTRODUCES 100%ONLINE DOCTORATE IN SOCIAL WORK PROGRAM
EIN Presswire
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October 24, 2024
Application deadline for Spring Term A is Dec. 16, 2024 Classes begin January 15, 2025 PORTLAND, MAINE, UNITED STATES, October 24, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The University of New England Online will offer a new, asynchronous Doctorate in Social...
Revenue Forecasting Committee Projects Limited Additional Revenue for Next Biennium, Confirming Trend of Flattening Revenues
State of Maine Agencies
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November 25, 2024
MAINE, November 25 - Back to current news. November 25, 2024 RFC also projects additional one-time revenue for FY 25 driven by the shift in revenue due to storm impact and interest earnings AUGUSTA, Maine €“ Following its meeting today, Maine's...
UNE Online Launches Cannabis Education Program
EIN Presswire
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August 7, 2024
PORTLAND, MAINE, UNITED STATES, August 7, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The University of New England Online (UNE) announced today that it is collaborating with Green Flower, a national leader in cannabis education, to launch several new online...
Second Public Comment Period for Solar on High-Value Agricultural Land Rules
Maine Government
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November 27, 2024
MAINE, November 27 - Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Back to full Meeting Calendar Date: November 27, 2024 Start Time: Location: Meeting description/purpose: On July 31, 2024, the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation...
Attorney General Aaron M. Frey Files Suit Against Fossil Fuel Companies for Deceiving Mainers about Climate Change
State of Maine Agencies
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November 26, 2024
MAINE, November 26 - Back to current news. Attorney General Aaron M. Frey Files Suit Against Fossil Fuel Companies for Deceiving Mainers about Climate Change November 26, 2024 Attorney Generals Office FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Danna Hayes...
Governor Mills Directs Flags Lowered Tomorrow in Honor of 9/11 Victims, Survivors, First Responders, and Servicemembers
State of Maine Agencies
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September 10, 2024
MAINE, September 10 - Back to current news. September 10, 2024 Governor proclaims September 11, 2024 as First Responders Day in Maine Augusta, MAINE -- In accordance with a directive of the President, Governor Janet Mills has ordered that the...
Governor Mills Directs Flags Lowered Tomorrow in Honor of 9/11 Victims, Survivors, First Responders, and Servicemembers
State of Maine Office of Governor
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September 10, 2024
Governor proclaims September 11, 2024 as First Responders Day in Maine Augusta, MAINE -- In accordance with a directive of the President, Governor Janet Mills has ordered that the United States and State of Maine flags be lowered to half-staff...
Outdoor Learning Educators Share Expertise With Panel Presentation at RSU 16 in Poland
Maine Department of Education
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February 7, 2025
On Monday, January 27, five educators from schools that received funding from the Maine Department of Education’s (DOE) Rethinking Responsive Education Ventures (RREV) project participated in two panel presentations at RSU 16 in Poland. The...
Commissioner Makin Kicks Off the 10th Annual Read to ME Challenge at Skillin Elementary School
Maine Department of Education
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February 4, 2025
The 10th annual Read to ME Challenge through the Maine Department of Education (DOE) is now underway for the month of February! On Monday, Maine DOE Commissioner Pender Makin kicked off the Challenge at Skillin Elementary School in South Portland...
Videoconference Hearing on Proposed Amended Bear Baiting Rule
Maine Government
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November 26, 2024
MAINE, December 3 - Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Back to full Meeting Calendar Date: December 3, 2024 Start Time: 6:00 PM Location: Online via Teams Meeting description/purpose: The Bureau of Parks and Lands invites you to...
Governor Mills Mourns the Loss of His Holiness Pope Francis
State of Maine Office of Governor
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April 22, 2025
April 21, 2025 Governor Janet Mills released the following statement upon the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis: "Pope Francis inspired millions of people -- of all faiths -- through his humble leadership and his courageous calls for world...
Chilton to Close Scarborough Store, Hosting Relocation Clearance Sale
EIN Presswire
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November 19, 2024
Unprecedented discounts on high-quality, handmade furniture as Chilton moves out of Scarborough and completes its transition to Portland SCARBOROUGH, ME, UNITED STATES, November 19, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Chilton, a trusted name in quality,...
When Bugs Rule the World: CJ Friedman's The Bugs Explores Earth's Last Defense Against Humanity
EIN Presswire
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October 15, 2024
Unsolicited Press is thrilled to announce the release of The Bugs, a speculative and darkly imaginative novel by CJ Friedman. PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Unsolicited Press is thrilled to announce the...
Public Comment on Chapter 3: Temporary Emergency Food Assistance Program
Maine Government
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November 20, 2024
MAINE, November 20 - Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Back to full Meeting Calendar Date: November 20, 2024 Start Time: Location: Meeting description/purpose: The amended rule replaces outdated terms and updates definitions as...
Governor Mills Announces Retirement of Commissioner Anne Head, Announces Intent to Nominate Deputy Commissioner Joan Cohen to Lead Department of Professional and Financial Regulation
State of Maine Agencies
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November 15, 2024
MAINE, November 15 - Back to current news. November 15, 2024 Cohen will assume role of Acting Commissioner upon Head's retirement on November 30, 2024 Governor Janet Mills announced today that Commissioner of the Maine Department of Professional &...
Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield: Tariffs are a Tax on Working Oregonians
Oregon Department of Justice
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April 23, 2025
Attorney General Dan Rayfield today filed a multi-state lawsuit to block President Trump’s illegal tariffs. The case challenges four of President Donald Trump’s executive orders that claim the power to increase tariffs worldwide without...
Governor Mills Signs Legislation Prohibiting Offshore Wind Projects in State Waters
State of Maine Office of Governor
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November 13, 2024
Prohibition preserves State waters for recreation and fishing – where up to 75 percent of Maine’s commercial lobster harvesting occurs – and cements into law Maine’s priority of locating offshore wind projects in Federal waters in the Gulf of...