A spokesperson said the governor would rather address specific bills and programs that unfairly exclude the Wabanaki Nations.
2023
‘Civilian hero’ of Hallowell house fire identified, thanked for bravery
A week after an unidentified man helped Peter Schumacher and his daughter escape their burning home, he was able on Wednesday to thank passerby Mohamad Daaboul in person.
The wait is over, Sea Dogs fans. The Marcelo Mayer era has arrived
Commentary: Boston’s top prospect may be the most anticipated player to earn promotion to Portland in Sea Dogs’ history.
Chickadee soon may become endangered on Maine license plates
Lawmakers heard testimony Wednesday on a bill to replace the chickadee plates with a version of the 1901 Maine flag that features a navy blue star and green pine tree.
Mike Pence to launch campaign for president in Iowa June 7
The campaign is expected to lean heavily on town halls and retail stops aimed at showcasing the former vice president’s personality as he tries to emerge from former President Donald Trump’s shadow.
Former Maine governor candidate Eliot Cutler reports to jail
The former Maine gubernatorial candidate will serve 9 months behind bars after pleading guilty to 4 counts of possessing child pornography.
Improper disposal of smoking material caused fatal Waterville fire, officials say
Smoking is not allowed on the Elm Towers property at 60 Elm St., where a fire May 22 caused the death of Ronald Kennerson, 65, in whose apartment the fire began, investigators said.
‘The Flash’ isn’t out yet and its director already wants Ezra Miller for a sequel
Miller first starred as the DC Comics speedster in 2016 for ‘Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice.’ They also appeared as the Flash in ‘Suicide Squad’ and ‘Justice League.’
Friendship man seriously injured after crashing into mobile home hauled by truck in Wiscasset
A 25-year-old man was taken by LifeFlight to Maine Medical Center in Portland Wednesday. His condition remains unknown.
Thinking Things Through: Relishing reading outside on the porch
Some recommended reading from Liz Soares as she enjoys books in fine weather.