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Republican Jonathan Bush poised to enter Maine governor’s race

by Randy Billings October 3, 2025October 3, 2025

The cousin and nephew of former presidents is bound to shake up what has been a stable field of Republicans seeking the nomination.

Maine, News, Schools and Education

Thomas College faculty votes to unionize, citing frustration over changes

by Riley Board October 3, 2025October 3, 2025

Organizers at the Waterville college say the move is a response to policy shifts by a new president that affect job expectations and academic offerings.

Elections, Maine, News, Politics

Early voting in Maine has begun. Here’s what you need to know.

by Dylan Tusinski October 3, 2025October 15, 2025

In-person absentee voting begins Oct. 6 as voters weigh 2 statewide ballot questions and a host of local races.

Maine, Maine Crime, News

Maine State Police trooper ‘body-slammed’ Chelsea woman, according to lawsuit

by Emily Allen October 2, 2025October 3, 2025

Marie Searles’ lawsuit accuses state police of a pattern of ‘failing to properly investigate and discipline troopers in cases of excessive force.’

Maine, Maine Crime, News

Former Athens fire chief, school board member seeks new sentence for sex assault

by Jake Freudberg October 2, 2025October 2, 2025

Sean Boyd, who is serving a 20-year sentence, claims his attorney, Drew Ketterer, was ineffective in representing him.

Maine, News, Politics

No Labels Party officially dissolves in Maine

by Drew Johnson October 2, 2025October 2, 2025

Maine voters formerly registered with the party — which presented itself as a centrist, third-party option — are now considered to be unaffiliated, according to the secretary of state.

Maine, News

Expanded protections for Maine vernal pools, wildlife to get public hearing

by Joe Charpentier October 2, 2025October 2, 2025

The proposals, which come as the result of 2 recently passed laws, are aimed at protecting endangered and threatened species.

Maine, News

Augusta cancer walk to gather 1,200 survivors, supporters

by Hannah Kaufman October 2, 2025October 2, 2025

The Saturday morning walk as part of the Day of Hope at the Augusta Civic Center will take place in between educational sessions, vendors and speeches.