A total of 47% of registered voters cast ballots in the November election, the highest percentage for an off-year election in 15 years.
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Congress moves decisively to pass bill forcing DOJ to release Epstein files
The remarkable display of bipartisan approval, including from Maine’s delegation, came after months of opposition from Republicans and President Donald Trump.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Chiropractor with Livermore Falls roots opens Farmington practice
Dr. Angela Lemire has opened Align & Shine Chiropractic in Farmington, continuing the three-decade legacy of care established by her late father in Livermore Falls.
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Christmas tree erected in Augusta
The annual holiday tree lighting events are set for 2-6 p.m. Nov. 29 in Market Square.
Posted inMaine
Vassalboro sewer district still can’t act on financial crisis after latest resignation
Board treasurer Jenna Davies’ resignation, after 46 days on the job, marks the beginning of a new period of stagnation for the debt-riddled sanitary district.
Posted inMaine, News
Belgrade set to build $6.8M Central Fire Station
As the federal government shutdown ended, the town was notified last week that it will receive $4.7 million in federal funding to help with the project.
Posted inMaine, Nation & World, New England, News, Politics
Rep. Jared Golden forces vote to reverse Trump’s attack on federal unions
Maine’s 2nd District congressman secured enough signatures to force a floor vote on his bipartisan bill, first introduced in April in response to an executive order ending collective bargaining rights for 1 million federal workers.
Posted inMaine, News
Gardiner park improvements completed
See the upgrades to Dearborn Park, which was closed for construction May to October to address aging infrastructure and safety concerns.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Maine launches interactive map to help residents find food assistance
The Maine Food Access Map comes as food pantries across the state are reporting surges in demand attributed to rising grocery costs and changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining, Maine, News
Three Maine cheesemakers win at 2025 World Cheese Awards
Skowhegan’s Crooked Face Creamery earned a Super Gold medal.