But one thing is clear: A huge new industry is sprouting up in Maine.
Megan Gray
Megan Gray is a general assignment reporter at the Portland Press Herald. A Midwest native, she moved to Maine in 2016. She has written about presidential politics and local government, jury trials and jails, lawsuits and U.S. Supreme Court cases. Her favorite stories are the ones that help us learn more about each other and the varied lives we lead in this expansive state. She likes to explore Maine’s hiking trails and coastal islands with her husband, and she definitely wants to pet your dog.
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Maine voters legalize recreational use of marijuana by razor-thin margin
Supporters claim a win based on unofficial vote totals, but potential challenges remain, including a likely recount and resistance from Gov. LePage.
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Grant for Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad fails
The proposal to give $500,000 to help the railroad relocate didn’t gain enough support from voters in Gray.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Sunday River, Sugarloaf sold as part of ski resort megadeal
The purchase by a New York investment firm isn’t expected to affect the daily operation of Maine’s two premier ski areas.
Posted inCops & Courts, Lifestyle, Maine, News
From lockup to new life: Westbrook center aims to help juvenile offenders
The Transformation Project is working to create a facility that would house and train young adults released from Long Creek Youth Development Center.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Westbrook mayoral candidates will debate Thursday
Two Democrats and two unaffiliated candidates are vying to replace Mayor Colleen Hilton.
Posted inMaine, News
Gorham’s new affordable senior housing opens – and it’s already full
The 24 units are among only 39 such units to become available in Maine this year.
Posted inElections, That Moment
That Moment: For one new American and his family, a free and fair vote at last
A grateful Abbas Marwan and his relatives register in Westbrook and count the days until they can exercise a precious right as U.S. citizens.
Posted inNews, Politics
Trump promises jobs, says Clinton should be in jail, at boisterous Bangor rally
Gov. Paul LePage, who has been at Donald Trump’s previous rallies in Maine, instead attends a university homecoming as he had previouly planned.
Posted inBusiness
Portland area simmering with potential for food, beverage plants
The region ranks high in a study of prime locations for processors because of its lower labor costs and port access, which could have ‘tremendous value’ for the region.