Halligan’s handler, Timothy Nickels, wants to support his fellow first responders in ways that he had needed when he was active.
Maine
Maine news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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Population trends in Maine show a shift to the suburbs
Census data shows population growing in Portland’s immediate suburbs at a faster rate than the city itself, mirroring a national trend.
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Posted inCommunity, Guides, Life & Culture, Maine, Things to Do
Get lost with us on a Sunday drive through western Maine
Feel like a leisurely drive on a beautiful day? Want to enjoy all the scenery that western Maine has to offer? We’ve got the guide for you.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Read the full statement from Graham Platner’s wife about his texts with other women
Platner’s campaign released a statement from Amy Gertner following a report in the Wall Street Journal that he had exchanged sexually explicit messages with other women early in their marriage.
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Graham Platner’s wife worried about texts he sent to other women before campaign launch
The Wall Street Journal first reported Saturday that Amy Gertner had told a campaign aide she found the explicit texts early on in their marriage.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Higher fuel costs raise red flags across Maine’s economy
Ripple effects of high gas prices, soft retail sales and persistent economic uncertainty threaten to make 2026 a tough year financially for many Mainers.
Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining, Maine, Things to Do
25 best places to eat for cheap across Maine
As menu prices continue to jump, it pays to know the wallet-friendly spots.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Towns get new survival guide as Maine predicts spike in extreme heat
The state’s guidebook provides a framework to protect the nation’s oldest population and outdoor workers from an expected sharp rise in the number of life-threatening days with a heat index of 95 degrees or more by 2050.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Graham Platner is outraising — and outspending — Susan Collins in Maine’s U.S. Senate race
Platner’s heavy spending to date reflects the contentious Democratic primary with Gov. Janet Mills, who dropped out of the race April 30, and his likely November matchup with Collins.
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College graduations, construction, spring cleanup focus of week in photos
Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from May 22-28, 2026.