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Maine Gov. Janet Mills discloses more than $170,000 in stocks

by Randy Billings February 18, 2026March 17, 2026

The disclosure highlights the differences among U.S. Senate candidates on stock trading by sitting members of Congress.

Business, Maine, News, Politics

Maine municipal and press associations reach compromise on publishing public notices

by Kelley Bouchard February 18, 2026March 5, 2026

A bill, as initially proposed, would have allowed towns to post notices about upcoming meetings on their websites instead of in newspapers.

Business, Maine, News

New details emerge about proposed southern Maine data center

by Daniel Kool February 18, 2026February 19, 2026

Local officials and stakeholders will appear before state lawmakers Thursday to discuss the project.

Maine, Maine Crime

Thousands of ammo rounds seized from accused CMP substation shooter’s Fairfield home

by Ethan Horton February 18, 2026February 18, 2026

Thomas Welch turned himself in Sunday and is being held on $250,000 bail.

Maine, News

Hundreds of Maine schools are in disrepair. Many could become housing.

by Hannah LaClaire February 18, 2026February 18, 2026

A proposed bill would establish a program to help towns turn vacant schools into apartments, but the legislation’s $5 million price tag could hinder efforts.

Maine, News, Politics

Maine could finally require mold, chemical testing for medical cannabis

by Dylan Tusinski February 18, 2026March 2, 2026

The proposal to hold the state’s medical market to the same safety standards as its recreational counterpart reflects a reckoning for the industry, and the bill still faces significant opposition from the industry.

Maine, News, Schools and Education

Maine college endowments saw big gains in 2025

by Riley Board February 18, 2026February 18, 2026

The University of New England and University of Maine grew their investments more than 30% and 19%, respectively, in 2025.

Maine, News

A Portland nonprofit says it helped dozens of immigrant families avoid eviction. Hundreds more are at risk.

by Sophie Burchell February 18, 2026February 20, 2026

Project Home says nearly 700 households have applied for rent or mortgage assistance after a sudden loss of income caused by the recent ICE surge. Some advocates have called for a statewide moratorium on evictions.