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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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Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
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 inCommunity, News
Richmond residents to set town, school budgets
Richmond to hold its annual town meeting Tuesday to review spending starting July 1.
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 inCommunity, News, Outdoors, Schools and Education
Skowhegan students get epic view of their work in western Maine
The group from Skowhegan Area High School’s outdoor leadership program built tables for the overlook in Dallas Plantation.
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 inCommunity, Life & Culture
UMF Summer Daze Camp returns with time-travel theme
The Fitness and Recreation Center will offer its annual summer camp from June 15 to Aug. 7 for children entering grades one to seven.
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.