Massachusetts’ own referendum, from 2020, points to a future where Maine’s right to repair law is still not a guarantee.
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Maine’s child protection staff: ‘We work within a broken system’
Lawmakers reviewing the state’s child protective agency hear testimony from front-line workers for the first time Wednesday, and their message is sobering.
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Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. makes campaign stop in Portland
Kennedy, an independent in a race that is likely to feature a rematch of Donald Trump and Joe Biden, spoke to a crowd of about 700 at the Ocean Gateway.
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After voters reject public power, Maine’s path to utility reform is unclear
One lawmaker is proposing performance-based ratemaking as a possible way to address problems highlighted by the failed campaign to take over Maine’s investor-owned utilities.
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Somerset County voters appear to reject making register of deeds an appointed position
Preliminary results show county voters want the register of deeds to remain an elected role. Voters in Fayette, Richmond and elsewhere weighed in on their own referendum questions.
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Five Republican candidates will debate in Miami, while Trump holds a rally nearby
The ongoing Israel-Hamas war is sure to feature in discussion during the 3rd Republican presidential debate.
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To help 2024 voters, Meta says it will begin labeling political ads that use AI-generated imagery
AI-generated political ads have already made an appearance in the U.S. In April, the Republican National Committee released an entirely AI-generated ad meant to show the future of the United States if Joe Biden is reelected.
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Farmington-based school district referendum passes
With over 5,400 votes cast, RSU 9 to complete the purchase of the Holman Mission House, which the district will use for administrative purposes.
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House Republicans subpoena Hunter and James Biden as part of impeachment inquiry
House Republicans summon President Biden’s family members as lawmakers’ yearlong investigation has failed to uncover evidence directly implicating the president in any wrongdoing.
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‘In the Arena’ podcast Ep. 6: Post-Election Day instant analysis
“In the Arena” is a podcast for Mainers interested in a deeper understanding of the political issues facing our state, featuring former TV anchor/reporter Pat Callaghan, former Republican state Sen. Phil Harriman and former Democratic Portland mayor Ethan Strimling. This week, on Episode 6 of ‘In The Arena,’ Pat, Phil and Ethan take a closer […]