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JD Vance to campaign with Paul LePage in Bangor

by Randy Billings 7 hours agoMay 13, 2026

“It’s a beautiful time of the year to be in the state of Maine,” the vice president said.

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What Susan Collins did and didn’t ask Pete Hegseth

by Randy Billings May 12, 2026May 12, 2026

At a hearing Tuesday, Collins’ questions focused on the fact that Trump’s budget requested only 1 destroyer from Bath Iron Works.

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We interviewed the Maine governor candidates. Here’s what they said.

by Staff Report May 11, 2026May 11, 2026

The Portland Press Herald and Maine Public sat down with most of the gubernatorial hopefuls for one-on-one interviews.

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How can Graham Platner run for Senate with a 100% VA disability rating?

by Randy Billings May 11, 2026May 11, 2026

The VA’s system is not Social Security disability.

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JD Vance coming to Bangor on Thursday

by Daniel Kool May 11, 2026May 11, 2026

Locals can register to attend as the vice president speaks from Bangor International Airport.

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Absentee voting has started in the Maine primary. Here’s what you need to know.

by Rachel Ohm May 11, 2026May 8, 2026

With one month to go until the June 9 primaries, voters can now cast absentee ballots for U.S. Senate, Maine governor and other races.

Jonathan Bush is pictured talking with a friend before the Hearts of Pine match April 11, 2026, at Fitzpatrick Stadium in Portland, Maine. (Billy Kobin/Press Herald)

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A ‘new kind of Bush’ wants voters to give him the chance to lead Maine

by Billy Kobin May 10, 2026May 11, 2026

Jonathan Bush is seeking to become governor after serving for years as a healthcare executive. The big first test is whether his family name will help or hurt him in the June 9 primary.

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Hannah Pingree grew up in Maine politics. Is she the next governor?

by Rachel Ohm May 9, 2026May 11, 2026

The former speaker of the Maine House and daughter of U.S. Rep. Chellie Pingree has lots of support from other state leaders, but she faces a challenge in a crowded race where many voters are undecided.