A bill before the Education and Cultural Affairs Committee would raise the minimum teacher salary in Maine from $40,000 to $50,000 over the next 5 years.
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Finalists announced for Mr. and Miss Maine Basketball awards
Three finalists are up for each honor, which are given to the top senior boys and girls players in the state.
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South Portland boys basketball surges to AA South title
The Red Riots use a 19-3 third-quarter run to gain control and beat Bonny Eagle, 49-34.
Posted inBusiness, Food, Maine, News
As egg shortage continues, Maine breakfast spots cope with rising costs
Restaurants and bakeries in southern Maine are now paying 2 or 3 times as much for the eggs they need, although most have so far resisted raising menu prices.
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Thursday’s Portland basketball tournament highlight reel
Big plays from the boys Class AA North and South semifinals at the Portland Cross Insurance Arena.
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Maine needs more housing fast, but tariffs could slow efforts
Experts say the 25% tariff on steel and the threatened 25% tax on Canadian goods could increase home prices by up to 10%, undermining efforts to boost housing production and affordability.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Maine
The number of mental health providers licensed in Maine is up 60% since 2019. It still isn’t enough.
Despite the increase in counselors, substance use counselors, social workers and psychologists, many Mainers are still waiting months for care.
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Maine baseball pitcher competing in top college conference
After two standout years at Georgetown, Cody Bowker will likely start for Division I power Vanderbilt.
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Here are 15 Maine boys hoop players who will impact the state tourney
From the big schools to the smallest, these players are expected to shine this postseason.
Posted inGirls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Here are 5 Maine girls hoop teams that can upset a top seed
These teams are poised to pull off a surprise win or two in tournament play.