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Worcester Bars Face Midnight Confusion Over New Drink Rules

June 16, 2026

A recent change in Worcester’s drinking laws let bars serve alcohol until 3 a. m. on the weekend of June 12‑14, but the same extension did not cover music or TV. Because entertainment licenses stayed unchanged, every venue had to shut off all screens and games at 2 a. m. The result was a confusing

business

Retirement After Four Decades: A Jewelry Legacy Ends

June 10, 2026

George and Colleen Wood decided to close their long‑running jewelry shop on June 5, ending a 41‑year run that began in the 1970s. The store, once located on Main Street and now at Countryside Plaza in East Huntingdon, had become a local landmark. Long‑time customers stopped by to say goodbye, sharin

politics

Georgia’s Political Storm: What Abrams’ Subpoena Means for Fair Elections

May 13, 2026

Georgia’s political scene is heating up again, this time with a major legal twist. A state Senate committee has just sent out subpoenas for Stacey Abrams and two top leaders from the New Georgia Project, a group Abrams started back in 2013. Their job? To explain their roles in a big campaign finance

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Georgia's Democratic governor race: Quiet primary, big stakes ahead

April 18, 2026

This year’s race for Georgia’s next governor on the Democratic side feels more like a marathon with no clear front runner rather than the high-energy showdown four years ago when Stacey Abrams nearly broke fundraising records. With the primary just weeks away, Democratic candidates are scrambling fo

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Georgia Governor Race: Money, Names and New Faces

April 17, 2026

The 2026 Georgia governor contest feels very different from the high‑energy battle four years ago. While Democrats now appear less focused and have spent only about $1. 2 million, Republicans have poured nearly $100 million into ads. The stakes are high because Georgia has not elected a Democratic g

health

Dogs Bring Healing to Presque Isle Hospital

April 15, 2026

Presque Isle’s AR Gould Hospital has welcomed a new source of comfort: therapy dogs that visit patients and staff to ease stress and boost recovery. The initiative is part of a growing program that now reaches four hospitals across Maine. Two years ago, the idea began at Eastern Maine Medical Cente

entertainment

Two Canadian creators get major recognition for their bold Arctic comedy

April 10, 2026

Two television creators from Canada’s far north are being honored for their fresh take on Indigenous storytelling. The Breakthrough Award at a Toronto gala will go to Alethea Arnaquq-Baril and Stacey Aglok MacDonald, best known for shaping North of North, a Netflix and CBC co-production set in the A

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Portland’s Big‑Name Chef Parties

March 11, 2026

A few weeks ago, a chef from New York’s top restaurant Atomix announced a joint dinner in Portland. The buzz around that event is huge, but it’s just one of many star‑chef gatherings in the city. One of the local spots that keeps the culinary crowd excited is Cafe Rowan on 4437 S. E. Cesar E. Ch

politics

A Swamp‑Style Showdown Against Trump

February 25, 2026

The event, called the “State of the Swamp, ” drew a lively crowd that wore green outfits and frog‑themed costumes, echoing the swamp motif. Some speakers even sported frog hats to match. Political leaders joined the protest, including Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, and

business

A Fresh Start for Genesis Health: Nursing Homes Find a New Owner

January 21, 2026

Genesis Health, a company that runs nursing homes, just got the green light to sell its facilities. The buyer is NewGen Health, a company from California. This deal is worth $1 billion. It's a big change for Genesis Health, which has been struggling with money problems. The sale got approved by a j