I cautiously agree with the argument made in Steve Collins’ recent op-ed, “Susan Collins should quit the Republican Party,” that the senator should recognize that the Republican Party as currently constituted does not reflect her stated values. I have come to that personal conclusion, and I now register as “unenrolled,” despite my career as a […]
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Maine Open Lighthouse Day brings maritime history to life
The annual event drew crowds of visitors to Maine’s most iconic lighthouses.
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Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
Dempsey Challenge to kick off Saturday with Patrick, new routes, a full ‘happiness meter’
The Dempsey Center ‘was absolutely, like, a light of hope, a beacon of hope in such a dark, upside-down time,’ says one cancer survivor.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
After 2 years some of Maine’s electric school buses remain parked
District officials say they do not know what to do with the inoperable buses that were provided through the federal Clean School Bus program.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Speaker of Maine House subject of bomb threat
Ryan Fecteau said law enforcement received the threat about an explosive device at his house in Biddeford on Thursday and determined ‘there was no danger to my family, my neighbors, and our community.’
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Over 100 gather at vigil for Charlie Kirk in Portland
Supporters of the slain conservative influencer turned out for the gathering Friday night, swaying to songs and prayers, giving speeches, embracing, shedding tears and lighting candles while singing ‘Amazing Grace.’
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
What you need to know about Maine’s order to expand COVID-19 vaccine access
The Maine CDC now recommends children ages 6 – 23 months and all adults be vaccinated, which is contrary to federal guidelines.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Mainers face higher inflation with tighter incomes than rest of nation
Despite the strain, residents’ earnings are at least keeping pace with climbing prices within the state.
Posted inCops & Courts, Local & State, News, Politics
Staffer on 2020 campaign of Maine U.S. Senate candidate found guilty of theft
A Hancock County jury found that Matthew McDonald embezzled $225,000 from Max Linn, who mounted an unsuccessful campaign to unseat Republican Sen. Susan Collins.
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Maine lawyer nominated to 1st Circuit clears Senate Judiciary Committee
Planned Parenthood of New England and other advocacy groups are asking Sen. Susan Collins to withdraw her support over his past work with corporations and statements on abortion access and gay marriage.