From healthy foods to a clean environment, the Maine Democrat has found common ground with the movement that has made some key environmental issues mainstream.
Local & State
Maine news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
Advocates say Medicaid rule changes would cut disability services for some Maine kids
A Maine Department of Health and Human Services spokesperson says the intent is to ‘update outdated references and clarify vague language’ in the existing rules.
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Posted inElections, Local & State, Politics
What to know about Maine’s ranked-choice voting system and arguments to expand it
The Maine Supreme Judicial Court will soon weigh in on whether lawmakers could expand ranked-choice voting to gubernatorial and State House races in the November general election.
Posted inCommunity, Local & State, News, Schools and Education
Farmington Select Board sets 6-month budget ahead of March 23 vote
Farmington Select Board approved a proposed six-month municipal budget that will go before voters March 23.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Music, comedy offerings planned in central Maine
The Femmes of Rock are set to perform Waterville concert, take in an Eileen Jewell show in Waldoboro, Irish folk band Boxty plans Bath performance and comedian Juston McKinney to entertain folks in Waterville.
Posted inLocal & State
Carrabassett Valley shooting: State police launch investigation
The Maine State Police confirmed they are investigating an incident in Carrabassett Valley on Sunday night.
Posted inFact Brief, Local & State, News
Is 40 the median age of first-time U.S. homebuyers? | Fact brief
The median home price in Maine increased by 3.9% to $405,000 in 2025, the Maine Association of Realtors reported.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Local & State, Things to Do
6 Maine events include Charlie Berens, St. Patrick’s Day parade
Plus, City Theater in Biddeford presents the musical ‘The Secret Garden.’
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Local & State, Things to Do
Catch 4 local St. Patrick’s Day-themed shows
Performances are taking place in Bath, Boothbay Harbor, Brownfield and Kittery.
Posted inLocal & State, New England, News
Beneath the ice on Rangeley Lake, New England police divers train for the worst
A team of recovery divers from across the region has spent the last two weeks training in the frigid waters of Rangeley Lake.