The Auburn Republican sued Ryan Fecteau last month, arguing that he and House Democrats violated her constitutional rights by blocking her from voting or speaking on the floor.
John Richardson
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Maine’s lighthouses added to global list of endangered heritage sites
World Monuments Watch says Maine’s historic lighthouses are threatened by climate change and intensifying coastal storms, like the ones that battered some of the iconic beacons in January 2024.
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Foam spill raises concern about Maine firefighters’ long-term PFAS exposures
The recent firefighting foam spill in Brunswick points to a much larger problem Maine has ignored.
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Bill before Congress would give Maine $14 million to fight spruce budworm
The species of tree-killing moths is making a comeback in northern Maine, raising concerns of another major outbreak.
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Grateful parents arrive at Toy Fund workshop
The interactions remind volunteers why they donate their time to keep the fund running – to provide holiday gifts to children who might otherwise get none.
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Maine to receive $40.5 million to respond to climate change effects
The funding was made possible through the Farm Bill and the Inflation Reduction Act.
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Here are the Maine state flag designs that didn’t fly
More than 400 flag designs submitted by children and adults to the Maine secretary of state ranged from simple and elegant to elaborate and quirky.
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York County resident dies from rare virus caused by tick bite
Two other Maine residents – in Kennebec and Lincoln counties – have been infected with the virus so far this year.
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Maine abortion providers, Gov. Mills praise Supreme Court ruling
The failed effort to ban access to a commonly used abortion drug was closely watched in Maine.
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Coalition calls for $30 million bond to support Maine trails
The municipalities, businesses and recreation organizations called on Maine lawmakers to seek voter approval for the funds.