There is no indication he will drop out and be replaced. It would be highly unusual and would require action from the Maine Democratic Party.
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Infant revived with naloxone in Penobscot County, officials say
An opioid was later found in the infant, according to the sheriff’s office. County and state officials are investigating the incident.
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Posted inCommunity, Health, Maine, News
Maine announces return of summer food assistance programs
The state says about 85,000 children will be eligible for SUN Bucks.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Attacks ramp up in Maine’s Democratic race for governor as primary nears
Troy Jackson and Nirav Shah addressed last-minute criticisms from their opponents’ supporters Thursday, a few days before the primary.
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Platner’s ex tells New York Times about Nazi tattoo, ‘toxic’ relationship
The latest scandalous report on Platner comes days after stories about sexually explicit texts he had previously sent several women while married.
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Pittston man who stalked Kennebec sheriff arrested after skipping sentencing hearing 1 year ago
Kennebec County sheriff’s deputies, with the assistance of federal agents, arrested Nicholas Worthing after a brief chase Wednesday evening.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News, Schools and Education
UMaine launching 2 doctoral nursing programs
The Ph.D. in Nursing and Doctor of Nurse Practice degrees are meant to address the state’s shortage of advance practice nurses.
Posted inCommunity, Maine
Gardiner Police Department takes part in Special Olympics Torch Run | photos
Members of the Gardiner Police Department joined the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics, carrying the Flame of Hope across Maine during the June 2-5 relay.
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New poll taken before sexting saga shows Graham Platner up by 5 points over Susan Collins
It’s another poll showing Platner ahead, but it comes with caveats.
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Local vendors set up for the Augusta Farmers Market at Mill Park
Photographer Joe Phelan captures activity at the summer market.