Gov. Janet Mills was among the dignitaries speaking at the memorial service honoring the state’s first Black legislator on Thursday, when many said his legacy of standing up for justice will be carried on.
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Searsmont and Robbins Lumber have been entwined for decades. Will tragedy bring them closer?
Nearly everyone in this small town knows someone who works at the sawmill. A deadly explosion there last week has emboldened the sense of community in an already tight-knit town.
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Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Federal judge dismisses DOJ’s voting data lawsuit against Maine
The Department of Justice sued Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows last year after she denied its requests for voter registration data.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine Turnpike Authority expects 1 million vehicles during holiday weekend
The average price for a gallon of gas in Maine on Thursday was nearly $1.50 higher than this time last year.
Posted inElections, Maine, Nation & World, New England, News, Politics
Long-shot Senate hopeful tells Maine Democrats Graham Platner isn’t their only option
David Costello, of Brunswick, held a virtual town hall Wednesday.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Graham Platner joins small list of Mainers to make Time magazine cover
The Sullivan oyster farmer and U.S. Senate candidate is in rare company when it comes to Mainers who have appeared on the front of the long-running publication.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News, Outdoors
The sun might be shining, but Maine’s waters are still dangerously cold
The state’s lakes, ponds and coastal waters are still in the 40s or low 50s.
Posted inFact Brief, Maine, News, Politics
Do Maine welfare recipients get an average of $40,000 in yearly benefits? | Fact brief
While a conservative think tank indicates that the state spends roughly $40,000 on welfare per person in poverty, much of that cost goes to health care providers and administration.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News, Things to Do
Observe Memorial Day with these events across Maine
Several cities and towns will have parades and ceremonies.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News, Politics
Maine upholds decision to suspend Medicaid payments to service provider
The Department of Health and Human Services suspended payments in December to Gateway Community Services, which has denied allegations of fraud.