Gov. Janet Mills has directed the state tax assessor not to align Maine’s tax code with provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill unless directed by lawmakers, saying it will cost the state more than $400 million this year.
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Maine news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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Republican Jonathan Bush poised to enter Maine governor’s race
The cousin and nephew of former presidents is bound to shake up what has been a stable field of Republicans seeking the nomination.
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Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
Thomas College faculty votes to unionize, citing frustration over changes
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.
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Early voting in Maine has begun. Here’s what you need to know.
In-person absentee voting begins Oct. 6 as voters weigh 2 statewide ballot questions and a host of local races.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Maine State Police trooper ‘body-slammed’ Chelsea woman, according to lawsuit
Marie Searles’ lawsuit accuses state police of a pattern of ‘failing to properly investigate and discipline troopers in cases of excessive force.’
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Former Athens fire chief, school board member seeks new sentence for sex assault
Sean Boyd, who is serving a 20-year sentence, claims his attorney, Drew Ketterer, was ineffective in representing him.
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No Labels Party officially dissolves in Maine
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.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Expanded protections for Maine vernal pools, wildlife to get public hearing
The proposals, which come as the result of 2 recently passed laws, are aimed at protecting endangered and threatened species.
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Augusta cancer walk to gather 1,200 survivors, supporters
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.
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How will the shutdown impact Mainers?
A lot depends on how long the stoppage lasts and whether President Donald Trump follows through with threatened layoffs.