Walking across the Frank J. Wood Bridge at sunset on Veterans Day, looking at American flags dangling from the cranes constructing the new bridge, I was struck with a feeling both of gratitude for those who served and are currently serving our country and also by the ability of a flag to remind people in […]
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Posted inCops & Courts, Election 2024, Local & State
Mainers reject Pine Tree Flag design, will remain unofficial symbol of the state
As of Wednesday afternoon, at least 55% of voters rejected a proposal to adopt the old design as the state flag. But some say they still plan to fly it from their homes.
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Posted inElection 2024, News, Politics
Gov. Mills skirts Maine flag question but endorses 3 bond proposals
The governor says she is leaving the decision about a new state flag to voters, but she supports three other ballot proposals.
Posted inEditorials, Election 2024, Opinion, Politics
Our View: Vote ‘yes’ on Maine’s 5 referendum questions
Here are the endorsements of the Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram editorial board.
Posted inTimes Record
Stories from Maine: A tale of two flags
On Nov. 28, 1901, “a token of appreciation” was announced as an honorarium for one man, and this symbol’s importance would be realized in the creation of a Maine state flag. Gen. John Tudor Richards was born in Gardiner on July 23, 1841. Richards had served in the 2nd Massachusetts Cavalry during the American Civil […]
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
The Maine Millennial: One way or another, a banner day is coming for Maine
When every vote can feel like life or death, it’s nice to be voting on the state flag.
Posted inElection 2024, Local & State, News
A ‘woke’ flag? Culture war unfurls around Maine’s new (old) design
Some say the proposal for a new flag on the Nov. 5 ballot is an attempt to erase history, while others argue it’s related to Christian nationalism. To most, though, the meanings of our state flag and its potential replacement are more personal.
Posted inLocal & State, News
At long last, Mainers could vote for a new state flag. Here’s everything you need to know.
Question 5 on the November ballot will give voters a chance to decide whether a version of the original 1901 Maine state flag should replace the current flag featuring the state seal.