The latest scandalous report on Platner comes after weekend reporting on sexually explicit texts he had previously sent several women.
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Maine news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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.
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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.
Posted inElections, Maine, Nation & World, New England, News, Politics
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.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, Things to Do
Local vendors set up for the Augusta Farmers Market at Mill Park
Photographer Joe Phelan captures activity at the summer market.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, Maine Crime, News
Portsmouth man charged with murder in 1993 Kittery cold case
Police say advances in DNA technology led to the arrest of Daniel Jolly in connection with the death of Maxine Bitomski.
Posted inLeslie Bridgers, Life & Culture, Maine, News, Things to Do
Avoid Maine’s tourist traps by taking the roads less traveled
Steer clear of the crowds and enjoy the spoils of summer at these lesser-known locales.
Posted inMaine, News, Outdoors
Maine aces disc golf with top courses and strong participation
UDisc, a popular app in the sport, reports there are more rounds played per capita in Maine than anywhere in the world.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
It could take days to know the winners of Maine’s primaries. Here’s why.
Three high-profile races are expected to require ranked-choice runoffs this year, a process that can require up to 2 weeks of ballot counting.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Builders of Portland cold storage facility push state to close payment loophole
Subcontractors say they are owed millions of dollars and that if the state doesn’t take action, local firms could refuse to bid on future state projects.