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St. George Board to Address Transgender Athlete Controversy

11/9/2025

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The St. George Select Board in Maine will hold a special meeting about concerns over a transgender child participating in a youth girls basketball team.
At a recent meeting, parents protested and expressed discomfort with the team structure.
Local parent Emily Chadwick urged careful consideration, while Board Chair Jane Conrad urged lobbying legislators if they disagree.
The board is expected to uphold Maine's law prohibiting discrimination based on gender identity.

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Story summary

The St. George Select Board in Maine will hold a special meeting about concerns over a transgender child participating in a youth girls basketball team.
At a recent meeting, parents protested and expressed discomfort with the team structure.
Local parent Emily Chadwick urged careful consideration, while Board Chair Jane Conrad urged lobbying legislators if they disagree.
The board is expected to uphold Maine's law prohibiting discrimination based on gender identity.