The governor has at times had a contentious history with the Wabanaki Nations.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Fayette voters approve ordinance changes, reject road maintenance proposal
574 voters turned out Tuesday to cast ballots on 2 local issues and 2 state referendum questions.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine, News
Portland artists reimagine ‘The Messiah’ as a modern immigration story
‘Gospel Messiah: A Refugee Oratorio’ will bring spoken word poetry and gospel music to The Hill Arts from Nov. 14 to 16.
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More Maine school districts align with Trump’s transgender policy, defying state law
Even as state law and updated federal guidance from the Trump administration over transgender students are in conflict, a conservative group is helping districts change their policies.