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Mainers can still get abortion pills by mail. Could the Supreme Court change that?

by Hannah Kaufman May 4, 2026May 5, 2026

The Supreme Court restored temporary access until May 11 after a lower court ruled that mifepristone should only be available in person.

Elections, Maine, Nation & World, New England, News, Politics

In race between Susan Collins and Graham Platner, where do moderates turn?

by Randy Billings May 4, 2026May 4, 2026

Some supporters of Janet Mills are slow to warm to the near-certain Democratic nominee for Senate.

Business, Maine, News

Maine Water Co. is proposing a rate increase. Here’s how to give feedback.

by Daniel Kool May 4, 2026May 4, 2026

Members of the public will be able to offer comments and sworn testimony at a hearing Wednesday.

Maine, News

New England appeals court weighs whether detained immigrants have right to bond hearings

by Emily Allen May 4, 2026May 4, 2026

The lawsuit was filed by several civil rights groups, including the American Civil Liberties Union of Maine.

Community, Fact Brief, Maine, News

Is Portland the only Maine municipality with rent control laws? | Fact brief

by J. Craig Anderson Maine Trust for Local News May 4, 2026May 4, 2026

Several cities and towns across Maine have instituted rent stabilization specifically for residents of mobile home parks.

Arts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine, News, Things to Do

8 Maine events this week include A Taste of Nations and Sparks The Rescue

by Aimsel Ponti May 4, 2026May 1, 2026

Also see the play ‘The Cemetery Club’ at City Theater in Biddeford.

Elections, Maine, News, Politics

National Democrats back Joe Baldacci in 2nd Congressional District

by Billy Kobin May 4, 2026May 14, 2026

The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee is throwing its support behind Baldacci in the crowded primary, the winner of which will face former Gov. Paul LePage.

Food & Dining, Maine, Things to Do

15 Maine hot dog spots to visit this summer

by Ray Routhier May 4, 2026May 11, 2026

From old-school joints in Lewiston and Rockland to Portland restaurants adding new flavor combinations, Maine is frankly the perfect place to go on a hot dog tour.