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Report on Franklin County jail shows positive progress, ongoing challenges

by Donna M. Perry February 17, 2026February 16, 2026

A new medical wing, more meeting space and work toward full staffing are highlights of the report.

Health, Local & State, News

Maine considers how to untether itself from federal vaccine rollbacks

by Rose Lundy Maine Monitor February 16, 2026February 17, 2026

Last week, Maine lawmakers discussed legislation to increase access to vaccines after a measles case was confirmed in Bangor.

Elections, Local & State, News, Politics

Governor candidates Troy Jackson, Bobby Charles will debate Wednesday in Auburn

by Rachel Ohm February 16, 2026February 19, 2026

The debate will be held at the Hilton Garden Inn Auburn Riverwatch on Feb. 25.

Local & State, News

‘Not This President Day’ protest catches eyes in Waterville

by Hannah Kaufman February 16, 2026February 16, 2026

Protesters said the Trump administration goes against what Presidents’ Day stands for.

Business, Health, Local & State, News

Central Maine hospitals acquired by California group that pledges to invest $150M

by Rachel Ohm February 16, 2026February 17, 2026

Central Maine Healthcare, which includes Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, is now part of Prime Healthcare Foundation.

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Did Canada retroactively expand citizenship by descent in 2025? | Fact brief

by J. Craig Anderson Maine Trust for Local News February 16, 2026February 16, 2026

The change allows anyone who can prove their descent from a Canadian ancestor to be recognized as a citizen. Earlier rules limited automatic citizenship by descent to the first generation born outside Canada.

Elections, Local & State, News, Politics

Sen. Collins supports voter ID requirements approved by US House

by Rachel Ohm February 16, 2026February 17, 2026

The SAVE America Act would require people to provide proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote, and a photo ID to cast ballots, in federal races.