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Another independent enters 2026 Maine governor’s race

by Press Herald staff report November 6, 2025November 6, 2025

Derek Levasseur ran in 2019 as a Republican challenger to U.S. Sen. Susan Collins, but dropped out before the primary election.

Health, Local & State, News

Maine applies for federal rural health funding to partially offset billions in Medicaid cuts

by Joe Lawlor November 6, 2025November 6, 2025

The state could receive more than $500 million over five years but is expected to lose $5 billion in Medicaid cuts included in the Republican budget bill that passed this summer.

Local & State, News

Augusta food drive volunteers strive to fill need

by Joe Phelan November 6, 2025November 6, 2025

Local radio stations have hosted the annual Camp Out Hunger Food Drive for seven years.

Local & State, News, Schools and Education

Bechard wins Augusta Board of Education Ward 4 seat

by Emily Duggan November 5, 2025November 5, 2025

Incumbent Kati McCormick did not run for reelection.

Local & State, News, Schools and Education

Pello reelected to Augusta school board at-large seat

by Emily Duggan November 5, 2025November 5, 2025

Two vied for the at-large seat on the Augusta Board of Education.

Fact Brief, Local & State, News

Did Gov. Janet Mills veto a bill to protect tribal land from the state? | Fact brief

by J. Craig Anderson November 5, 2025November 5, 2025

The governor has at times had a contentious history with the Wabanaki Nations.

Elections, Local & State, News, Politics

South Berwick lawmaker will challenge Chellie Pingree in 2026 Democratic primary

by Rachel Ohm November 5, 2025November 5, 2025

State Rep. Tiffany Roberts announced plans Wednesday to challenge Pingree, who has not faced a primary challenger in her nearly 20 years representing Maine’s deep blue 1st District.

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