The decision by Secretary of State Shenna Bellows, who initially had determined that the ballot question would appear before voters, could still be challenged in court by the proposal’s supporters.
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3 takeaways on Hallowell’s initial $8.6M city budget
City leaders are expected to approve a final spending plan within the next month.
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Man with cancer and permanent spinal injury blames Lewiston hospital for both
The Auburn man and his wife are putting their house on the market because they can no longer maintain it.
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Belgrade student wins full ride from TikTok challenge
Saint Joseph’s College of Maine asked students to demonstrate how they help others and for a Messalonskee student, it changed everything.
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Bernie Sanders returns to Maine as Platner campaign gears up for Collins face-off
Sanders, the independent senator from Vermont, was in Portland for the Fighting Oligarchy tour on Memorial Day with candidates Troy Jackson and Graham Platner.
Posted inGuides, Life & Culture, Maine, New England, Outdoors, Things to Do
The 10 hikes across Maine that will get you from your couch to Katahdin this year
Looking to challenge yourself to hike the iconic Katahdin, but need a place to start? We have the guide to prep you for the ascent.
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Five fun things to do in Camden
Paul Doiron, author of the Mike Bowditch mystery series, names some of his favorite spots in his hometown.
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5 ways to make moving easier for older Mainers
Senior housing specialist Rachel Davis shares advice for later-in-life moves.
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17 big Maine outdoor concerts to check out this summer
Mumford & Sons in Bangor, Wilco in Portland and the Revivalists in Sidney are just a few of the shows at Maine’s big outdoor venues from June through Labor Day.
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Maine musicians take center stage at local outdoor summer concerts
Communities all over the state offer a wide variety of live performances – most of them free – all summer long.