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Susan Sharon
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Deputy News Director and Reporter, Maine Public Broadcasting Network
Lewiston
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Travel , Culture , Environment , Food , LGBTQ
Content
By Susan Sharon Verified| Maine Calling@ Judges, attorneys and advocates for low income Mainers are warning that the state's civil legal aid system is at a "breaking point." They say only about a third of the people who need it are getting help. And they're asking Maine lawmakers to sustain a $2 million appropriation set to expire in a few months and to add just over $3 million more each year to put Maine on par with other states.
By Susan Sharon Verified| Maine Calling@ A federal judge on Friday ordered the U.S. Department of Agriculture to "unfreeze and release" any federal funding that the department has frozen or refused to pay to the state of Maine over alleged Title IX violations. In a 70-page order, U.S. District Judge John Woodcock granted Maine's request for an emergency temporary restraining order after Maine filed a complaint in U.S District Court seeking to restore access to the money.
By Susan Sharon Verified| Maine Calling@ In what appears to be the latest retaliation against Maine over its transgender policies, U.S. Attorney Pam Bondi announced that the Trump administration is withholding funding from the Maine Department of Corrections. The focus this time is not on transgender athletes but on a transgender prison resident.
Company Info
Maine Public Broadcasting Network
Maine Public is Maine's leading independent public media network, providing a wide range of educational, cultural, and news content. Formed in 1992 from the merger of WCBB, a PBS member station, and other media outlets, it has a history dating back to 1961. The organization delivers its services through television, radio, and digital platforms, ensuring comprehensive coverage across the state. Maine Public broadcasts PBS programming and operates multiple NPR-affiliated radio stations, offering news, classical music, and talk shows. It also produces local journalism focused on important issues affecting Maine, such as environmental concerns and infrastructure projects. The network serves a diverse audience, including the general public, educators, and cultural enthusiasts, providing valuable resources for learning and community engagement.
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Founded: 1992