One Republican lawmaker said including changes to absentee voting ‘gave the opponents the playbook to beat it.’
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Barnes wins Oakland spot on Oakland-area school board
Michael Tracy did not run for reelection in the Messalonskee school district, leaving an open seat.
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Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Former Anson selectman faces additional charge of sexual touching
Arnold Luce pleaded not guilty Wednesday to misdemeanor-level charges of assault and unlawful sexual touching.
Posted inFact Brief, Maine, News
Did Gov. Janet Mills veto a bill to protect tribal land from the state? | Fact brief
The governor has at times had a contentious history with the Wabanaki Nations.
Posted inElections, Maine, News
Incumbents win new 3-year terms on Winthrop Town Council
The current chair and vice chair of the council, Shannon McDonnell and James Steele, were on the ballot alongside Bruce Burns, who lost his seat on the council last year.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine reshuffles money to pay for heating aid held up by federal shutdown
MaineHousing is temporarily moving $2.2 million from other programs to help some residents pay for heating costs.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Waterville voters approve allowing city managers to live outside city
The ballot referendum Tuesday asked if voters would approve a city charter change enabling managers to live outside city limits.
Posted inMaine, News
Trahan, Caron win at-large seats on Winslow council
Katie Otis is the new District 2 town councilor after defeating Nate Bigelow, with 18 to 13 write-in votes, respectively.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
South Berwick lawmaker will challenge Chellie Pingree in 2026 Democratic primary
State Rep. Tiffany Roberts announced plans Wednesday to challenge Pingree, who has not faced a primary challenger in her nearly 20 years representing Maine’s deep blue 1st District.
Posted inLeslie Bridgers, Life & Culture, Maine
Could you make it as a Shaker? What life at the Maine village is really like | Column
Living on a scenic farm in New Gloucester might sound idyllic, but there are other considerations to take into account.