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Gould Academy’s Alana LaCourse Embodies Leadership & Service as Miss Maine’s Teen — Heading to National Competition
Miss Maine's Teen, Alana LaCourse, exemplifies commitment to service ahead of National Girls & Women in Sports Day through her non-profit, GIVE O.N.E. BETHEL, ME, UNITED STATES, August 18, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Gould Academy is proud to...

Maine Harness Racing Commission Notice of Hearing: Annual Horse Supply Hearing
MAINE, August 19 - Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Back to full Meeting Calendar Date: August 19, 2025 Start Time: 9:00 AM Location: 90 Blossom Lane, Deering Building, Room 101, Augusta, Maine OR Microsoft Teams Meeting...

Attorney General Treg Taylor Joins Bipartisan Coalition Urging Tech Companies to Stop the Spread of Deepfake Nonconsensual Intimate Imagery
August 27, 2025 (Anchorage, AK) – Yesterday, Attorney General Treg Taylor today joined a bipartisan coalition of 47 state attorneys general in calling on major search engines and payment platforms to take stronger action against the growing...
Maine DOE Update – August 8, 2025
From the Maine Department of Education Reporting Items Graduation Report Due August 30; Please Review Synergy Records before August 15 Graduation reporting is due on August 30, 2025. The Maine Department of Education’s data system, Synergy, will...

ICYMI: Governor Shapiro and Secretary Siger Join Republic of Korea President Lee to Highlight Strategic Investments in the Philadelphia Navy Yard to Create Jobs and Dramatically Expand Shipbuilding
Since taking office, the Shapiro Administration has invested more than $34 million in the Hanwha Philly Shipyard and surrounding Philadelphia Navy Yard to expand shipbuilding, create jobs, and build out infrastructure to keep our nation safe....

Attorney General Bonta Supports Colorado Law Banning Conversion Therapy for Minors at U.S. Supreme Court
OAKLAND — California Attorney General Bonta today joined a coalition of 21 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court defending a Colorado law that prohibits licensed health professionals from practicing conversion...

ICYMI: Governor Shapiro and Secretary Siger Join Republic of Korea President Lee to Highlight Strategic Investments in the Philadelphia Navy Yard to Create Jobs and Dramatically Expand Shipbuilding
Since taking office, the Shapiro Administration has invested more than $34 million in the Hanwha Philly Shipyard and surrounding Philadelphia Navy Yard to expand shipbuilding, create jobs, and build out infrastructure to keep our nation safe....
Maine DOE Update – August 1, 2025
From the Maine Department of Education News & Updates 2025-2026 Information for the National Board Certification Scholarship Fund and Salary Supplement The Maine Department of Education (DOE) would like to remind you of two National Board...

Flyers’ Garnet Hathaway Launches Engine 19 IPA with Dogfish Head Craft Brewery to Support Local First Responders
PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Garnet Hathaway, Flyers Charities, and Dogfish Head Craft Brewery announced the launch of Engine 19 IPA, a citrus-forward pale ale brewed with a purpose. The collaboration comes in an effort...

Register Now for Maine’s First Green Schools Symposium
The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is excited to announce Maine’s first-ever Green Schools Symposium on November 7, 2025—a statewide event to celebrate environmental education leadership in Maine schools. The gathering will showcase powerful...

Oola Bowls® Brings 'Happiness in a Bowl' to Maine with Grand Opening Celebration in Westbrook
WESTBROOK, ME, UNITED STATES, August 7, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Oola Bowls, the vibrant better-for-you brand known for its signature, high-pulp açaí bowls and commitment to “what happiness tastes like,” is pleased to announce the grand...

Attorney General Jackley Joins Coalition Urging Tech Companies To Stop Deepfake Intimate Imagery
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2025 Contact: Tony Mangan, Communications Director, 605-773-6878 PIERRE, S.D. – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has joined a coalition of 47 Attorneys General in demanding major search engines...

Border Patrol Agents Arrest Confirmed Gang Member in Maine
UNION, Maine — U.S. Border Patrol agents arrested a Colombian national and confirmed member of the South American Theft Group (SATG) in Union, Maine, on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. The individual was found to be illegally present in the United...

Interior Expands Hunting and Fishing Access at Refuges and Hatcheries
WASHINGTON – The Department of the Interior today announced 42 new hunting and sport fishing opportunities across more than 87,000 acres within the National Wildlife Refuge System and National Fish Hatchery System, managed by the U.S. Fish and...

Aeroflow Health Celebrates Maine’s Tax Exemption Law on Home Medical Equipment for Its Impact on New Mothers
ASHEVILLE, N.C., Aug. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aeroflow Health, a pioneering healthcare company that leverages cutting-edge technology to support the delivery of medical products and services, proudly celebrates the passing of LD 145 to exempt...

Casella Recognizes 2025 Sustainability Leaders
RUTLAND, Vt., Aug. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Casella Waste Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CWST) (“Casella”), a regional solid waste, recycling, and resource management services company, recently honored four organizations for their leadership in...

H2O America more than Doubles Texas Wastewater Connections with Texas Subsidiary’s Acquisition of Cibolo Valley assets from South Central Water Company
Serves more than 1,500 wastewater connections within Texas Water’s existing water service area Customers will have a single provider for water and wastewater driving convenience and efficiency Transaction to utilize Texas Fair Market Value CANYON...

Diginex and SGS Reaffirm Strategic Alliance to Advance Sustainable Finance Solutions
LONDON and GENEVA, Aug. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diginex Limited (NASDAQ: DGNX)(“Diginex”), a leading provider of Sustainability RegTech solutions, and SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection, and certification company, are pleased to...

For ME Trainings Support Early Educators Across Maine
(Pictured: Teachers work together during the “Building Beautiful Things” activity, bringing in classroom items to build, collaborate, and reflect on the importance of play-based learning.) Across the State of Maine, educators are coming together...

Governor Mills & Treasurer Perry Announce Fitch Upgrades Maine's Credit Rating; State Ends FY2025 With Record $1B Rainy Day Fund
Healthy reserves, budget surplus in FY2025, and credit rating upgrade demonstrate Maine's prudent budgeting and fiscal health under Governor Mills Governor Janet Mills and State Treasurer Joe Perry announced today that Fitch Ratings, one of the...