The investigation found that the Maine GOP’s allegations that 51 Mainers voted twice in the same election in 2024 were false, although hundreds of residents were indeed registered to vote in different towns, according to state databases.
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Annual Maine bread festival in Skowhegan celebrates local grains, artisan bread and community
The Maine Artisan Bread Fair offers workshops, dozens of vendors and live music.
Hearts of Pine fans beat the drum for their favorite team
Maine’s first pro men’s soccer team has drawn fans so eager to show support they’ve formed their own Valentine Band, a self-organized crew of musicians with varying skill levels and soccer expertise.
South Portland Greenbelt section reopens as housing development debuts
Betsy Ross Crossing, a 52-unit affordable housing complex for seniors ages 55 and older, is now leasing.
Community Voices: What affordable housing means. And what it can and can’t achieve.
In a recent Council Corner article, Town Councilor Cory Fellows explored the “riddle” of affordable housing. While his description of the intricacies of the eligibility requirements for affordable housing was helpful, we also need to have a clear understanding of what affordable housing means—and what it can and cannot achieve. The term “affordable housing” can […]
Petition suspends Falmouth pesticide ordinance, public to vote
Residents opposed to the controversial ordinance regulating the use of pesticides and fertilizers collected signatures from 10 percent of Falmouth voters, creating a referendum that will decide the ordinance’s fate.
Democrats lead early fundraising in crowded Maine governor’s race
Hannah Pingree and Shenna Bellows have pulled in the most money so far, followed by Angus King III and Troy Jackson, as the candidates vie to replace Gov. Janet Mills.
Sen. Collins, Rep. Golden outraise opponents in 2 closely watched national races
Maine’s Senate and 2nd Congressional District races could be pivotal for the control of Congress and are expected to draw significant outside spending.
1958 Café opens at Belgrade’s iconic Day’s Store
The 1958 Café at Day’s Store, overlooking Long Pond, adds a restaurant to the well-known family-owned store.
Northern Light Health reduces staff through attrition amid financial pressure
Health care leaders say passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act adds financial strain to an already struggling system.