Guy Hudson begins his tenure with plans to invest in staff and support rural health care access.
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Graham Platner still navigating political storm over social media posts
The head of the Democratic National Committee said Sunday that the U.S. Senate candidate’s comments are not disqualifying. Other supporters say they’re sticking with the oyster farmer, even after his political director quit.
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Proposals for new housing in Augusta get $14.3 million in tax breaks
One project will bring 260 housing units, another 144 units, and both will benefit from tax breaks meant to encourage housing development in Augusta.
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Bigfoot enthusiasts talk legends and close encounters at festival in Eustis
The 2-day festival celebrating Bigfoot kicked off Saturday with expert speakers, vendors and more.
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Fairfield fire displaces 2, injures 2 firefighters
The home was a total loss after the blaze Saturday, the town’s fire chief said.
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Several vehicles involved in 2 crashes on I-95 in Sidney
The traffic jam created by the first accident early Monday caused a second multi-vehicle pileup.
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Frights and delights: 7 chances to get spooked in central Maine
Whether touring a cemetery, a historic theater or a downtown you walk through every day, these locations will be shown in a new light.
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Can Maine primary losers appear on the general election ballot? | Fact brief
State law bars ‘cross-filing,’ meaning a candidate can seek to appear on the ballot via party primary or independent petition — but not both.
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Nirav Shah enters race to become Maine’s next governor
In addition to serving as director of the Maine CDC, the Democrat was a top federal health official in the Biden administration and is now a visiting professor at Colby College.
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Mechanic Falls man pedals state in support of resurrected Pine Tree Trail
‘I can see this as a huge opportunity to create an adventure for bicyclists and e-bikers,’ Jeremy Chapman said.