People from around the country have responded to a social media campaign for terminally ill Jacob Thompson.
John Richardson
Portland Press Herald
John Richardson is the managing editor for the Portland Press Herald.
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Maine Green Party splinters over school band performing at Trump inaugural event
The Madawaska schools’ marching band is directed by the party’s secretary, who says the students should have a chance to participate in a tradition of our democracy.
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Out-of-control car hits school bus in Kennebunk
None of the four students on board the bus this morning was injured, according to police and school officials.
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LePage certifies results for all but 2 Nov. 8 referendum votes
The governor’s proclamation does not include ballot questions on marijuana legalization and an income tax surcharge because recount requests pushed back the certification process.
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Still not sure where you stand? Here’s your guide to Maine’s ballot questions
On Tuesday, Mainers will vote directly on issues like marijuana legalization, the minimum wage, gun control and more.
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Senate District 31: Two-term state representative faces Republican outsider
Democrat Justin Chenette and firefighter and paramedic Timothy Sevigny seek to represent the Saco area in the Maine Senate.
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Turnpike access limited in Gray this weekend to complete upgrades
The southbound on-ramp near the center of Gray will close Friday at 10, and a new ramp will open early Monday.
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Portland councilors call for added tenant protection, new task force
The City Council’s special housing committee will take up the proposals Wednesday.
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Office buildings on Elks Lodge property win approval
The project was made possible by a zone change opposed by some residents of the Stroudwater neighborhood.
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Former Westbrook tax collector pleads guilty to embezzlement
Ann Marie Williams faces up to 10 years in prison for stealing $118,000, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.