Disclosures of past online comments made by Graham Platner are part of a well-known political playbook, highlighting the risk young outsiders face when seeking public office.
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Unvaccinated pets a rising risk around Maine, experts say
Rising canine virus cases in several counties have left some pet owners fearful and urging others to vaccinate.
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Hundreds of Mainers receive morbid letter from MaineHealth
Hundreds of Mainers received a frightening scare just before Halloween.
Posted inAmy Calder, Business, Columns, Food & Dining, Life & Culture, Maine, News, Op-Eds
In Vassalboro, harder times means rising need for Thanksgiving boxes | Column
At R.L. Mercantile & Trading Post, Brea Willette teaches about food security and reaches out a helping hand to those in need.
Posted inBooks, Community, Life & Culture, Maine, News
Maine’s Carnegie libraries get a gift in celebration of American independence
More than 1,000 Carnegie libraries across the U.S., including 17 in Maine, will receive the money to mark the country’s 250th birthday.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Maine has a mixed recent history on citizens’ initiatives. Here’s a closer look.
Since 2004, voters have approved 14 citizen-led efforts and rejected 15. Two more are on the ballot next week.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Maine, News
As deadline passes, Northern Light, Anthem have yet to strike a deal in contract dispute
Northern Light’s president said there would be no disruptions to patients while negotiations continue.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics, Schools and Education
Bowdoin students closely watching Mamdani in NYC mayor’s race
The 2014 alum of the Brunswick college is leading the polls going into next week’s election.
Posted inMaine, News
Richmond preschool celebrates Halloween during Family Forest Friday
Anna Chadwick captures preschoolers and homeschoolers celebrating the holiday in costume at the weekly event.
Posted inMaine Crime, News
Attorneys for man accused of killing toddler in Knox County cast doubt on autopsy report
Attorneys for Aziayh Scott questioned the report by Chief Medical Examiner Liam Funte, who was disciplined by a state licensing board for drinking while on call.