Maine’s governor told reporters Wednesday that she’s ‘seriously considering the run.’ It’s the strongest indication yet that she may seek her party’s nomination against the 5-term Republican next year.
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Colby College to launch program in Port Clyde to help Maine communities tackle natural disasters
The Center for Resilience and Economic Impact is set to open in 2026, college officials say.
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Man drowns in Belgrade’s Ellis Pond
Robert Gary, 66, of Oakland, was apparently swimming after his floating boat in Ellis Pond, officials say.
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Athens man taken to hospital after bull attack
A bull injured a 23-year-old on Tuesday night, according to police.
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Can I use my fire pit? What you need to know about Maine burn restrictions amid drought
We answer your burning questions — literally — with help from the Maine Forest Service.
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Vassalboro farm demonstrates natural dyeing process
The small-scale market farm uses regenerative and organic farming practices.
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Richmond man dies in single-vehicle crash
Police say Thomas Goodall, 53, was driving south on Route 24 in Richmond when his vehicle left the road and rolled.
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Is it legal to fish for Atlantic sturgeon in Maine? | Fact brief
The ‘dinosaur fish’ can grow up to 14 feet long and weigh as much as 800 pounds.
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Owners of Maine mobile home parks raising rents, blame law designed to protect residents
While the owners say a law that takes effect Sept. 24 will severely limit future rent increases, state officials say the law is being misinterpreted.
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Maine Gov. Mills’ once-stable Cabinet starting to see more departures
It’s not unusual for top administrative officials to depart near the end of a governor’s second term in office.