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Are You Missing Out? $19 Million in Unclaimed Relief Checks in Maine
State Leaders Urge Residents to Claim Unused Relief Payments. In an unexpected twist, $19 million in pandemic-era relief payments remain unclaimed in Maine. Roughly 40,000 relief payments issued to Maine residents have yet to be collected. Both Governor Janet Mills and State Treasurer Henry Beck are calling on residents to check if they might have missed out on these funds.
Here’s Why the Postal Service Needs Maine Residents to Check Their Mailboxes This Week
Thanks to the prevalence of the internet, we all utilize the United States Postal Service a lot less than we used to. Emailing and social media have replaced sending letters, we post to Instagram or Snapchat instead of sending postcards, and we all pay bills online. That being said, we...
These Were the 20 Least-Populated Maine Towns in 1920, Based on Census Records
Who doesn't love some good old-fashioned Maine history? Well, thanks to this new invention called the "Internet," I managed to luck into a fun document to peruse. I stumbled upon some old census data, which ended up being rather significant. The form is the official 1920 Census Bulletin for every county and town in Maine. It's a fascinating look at where Mainers called home and how different those pockets look today.
Maine’s health department rarely investigates when residents wander away from their care facilities
MAINE, USA — Late one morning in May 2021, a resident of Cape Elizabeth, Maine, spotted an “elderly, disoriented” man standing in a driveway, according to a police report. The resident called police and then followed the man on foot as he wandered to a nearby intersection.
How Rural is Maine Compared to Other States?
It's easy to forget how remote Maine really is when you live in the southern part of the state. I have lived in in the Portland suburbs throughout my life. I have watched the area continually expand. It's no bustling metropolis, but it sure isn't rural. Sure, there are pockets of farm and undeveloped land, but there's also new construction as far as the eye can see.
Official Details About the 2024 Old Hallowell Day Festival
Maine has a lot to offer during the summer We have mighty rivers, sandy beaches, amazing restaurants, unforgettable small towns, and cool festivals. One of the most anticipated festivals of the summer returns this July. According to the event's official website, Old Hallowell Day will take place on Saturday, July...
Miles for Mills Returns for an Epic Weekend of Fun in Maine
This weekend, Maine is set to have the highly-anticipated Miles for Mills event! I am so eager to take part in this event again, and my running shoes are laced up! I, along with thousands of other Mainers, will take part in this iconic event that promises to be moving and memorable for all!
An Open Letter to Maine’s Gold Star Families
As Memorial Day is approaching, I would like to take a moment to express my gratitude to each and every one of you. Many of us use this weekend as the "unofficial start" to summer. We throw parties, BBQs and head up to camp, sometimes forgetting what this weekend truly represents.
Should Bars in Maine Stay Open Until 2am Like Most Other States?
Only seven states have a 1am or earlier closing time for bars, including Maine. It used to be eight states where the last call was 1am, but New Hampshire just passed legislation this year, allowing bars to stay open until 2am. Should Maine follow suit?. Is Maine behind the times...
10 Best High Schools in Maine, According to U.S. News & World Report
Maine has some great high schools, and 10 of the best are surprising. WMTW reported that a new study from U.S. News & World Reports ranked the best public high schools across the country. It looked at over 17,000 schools, and 126 from Maine made the list. They use six...
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