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Gov. Janet Mills officially launches her campaign for US Senate

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NEWS CENTER Maine @newscentersmaine.bsky.social · 22h

In a two-minute launch video posted online, Janet Mills declared, “My life’s work has prepared me for this fight, and I’m ready to win.” As the Democratic Party’s preferred candidate, she is poised to challenge Susan Collins for the Senate seat.

More federal layoffs as shutdown continues

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NEWS CENTER Maine @newscentersmaine.bsky.social · 22h

With the new layoffs, the Department of Education will be less than half the size it was when President Trump took office.

Gov. Janet Mills officially launches her campaign for US Senate

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NEWS CENTER Maine @newscentersmaine.bsky.social · 22h

“My life’s work has prepared me for this fight, and I’m ready to win,” Mills said in a two-minute launch video posted online.

“My life’s work has prepared me for this fight, and I’m ready to win,” Mills said in a two-minute launch video posted online.

Trump to posthumously give Charlie Kirk nation's highest civilian honor

NEWS CENTER Maine @newscentersmaine.bsky.social · 23h

TODAY | President Trump is set to posthumously award the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Charlie Kirk on what would have been his 32nd birthday.

Kirk, a close ally of President Trump who worked to steer young voters toward conservatism, was fatally shot Sept. 10 while speaking at Utah Valley University.

Gov. Janet Mills officially launches her campaign for US Senate

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NEWS CENTER Maine @newscentersmaine.bsky.social · 23h

In a two-minute launch video posted online, Maine Governor Janet Mills declared, “My life’s work has prepared me for this fight, and I’m ready to win.” Recently praised by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, she is the Democratic Party’s preferred candidate.

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NEWS CENTER Maine @newscentersmaine.bsky.social · 1d

In a compelling two-minute launch video posted online, Mills declared, “My life’s work has prepared me for this fight, and I’m ready to win.” She confidently positioned herself as the sole candidate capable of defeating Susan Collins for the seat.

“My life’s work has prepared me for this fight, and I’m ready to win,” Mills said in a two-minute launch video posted online.

Maine labor representatives frustrated as government shutdown heads into second full week

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NEWS CENTER Maine @newscentersmaine.bsky.social · 1d

Thousands of federal workers in Maine have received their last paycheck and are urging Democrats to negotiate with Republicans.

There are thousands of federal workers in Maine, and many have received the last paycheck they will see until the government reopens.

Columbus Day: What's open and closed on Oct. 13?

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NEWS CENTER Maine @newscentersmaine.bsky.social · 1d

Today is a federal holiday, Columbus Day. While most retail stores will be open, federal and state offices are closed and government services will be affected:

From mail delivery to bank transactions, here's what will and won't be open on Monday's federal holiday.

Living hostages and Palestinian prisoners are released as part of ceasefire in Gaza

NEWS CENTER Maine @newscentersmaine.bsky.social · 1d

Hamas released all 20 remaining living hostages held in Gaza while Israel began releasing nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners.

All 20 remaining living hostages held in Gaza and scores of Palestinian prisoners held by Israel have walked free as part of a ceasefire pausing two years of war.

Trump speaks with Israeli lawmakers, urging peace and a pardon for Netanyahu

NEWS CENTER Maine @newscentersmaine.bsky.social · 1d

President Trump advised Israeli lawmakers that their nation has accomplished its military objectives and should now focus on fostering peace in the Middle East. Public opinion seems to endorse Trump's push for diplomatic resolution.

Trump pressed Israel to look past the war, saying the country “has won all that they can by force of arms.”

Francine, beloved store cat, returns home after missing for 2 weeks

NEWS CENTER Maine @newscentersmaine.bsky.social · 2d

WELCOME HOME, FRANCINE! When a beloved Lowe's store cat went missing, the community rallied to find her. They just didn’t realize she’d be more than 85 miles away in another state:

"She’s more than our store cat — she’s part of our family," said store manager Mike Sida

4 people were killed and 20 more were injured in a shooting at a bar in South Carolina, sheriff says

NEWS CENTER Maine @newscentersmaine.bsky.social · 2d

A mass shooting at a crowded bar on an idyllic South Carolina island has left four people dead and at least 20 injured, officials say.

A mass shooting at a crowded bar on the idyllic South Carolina island of St. Helena left four people dead and at least 20 injured. Officials from the Beaufort...

'We’re 100% in': Former Gov. Paul LePage on what's motivating him to run for Congress

NEWS CENTER Maine @newscentersmaine.bsky.social · 2d

Paul LePage wants to remove any doubt that he is fully committed to running for Congress in 2026 in the northern, ultra-competitive 2nd Congressional District.

Paul LePage wants to remove any doubt that he is fully committed to running for Congress in 2026 in the northern, ultra-competitive 2nd Congressional District.

. Trump to visit Israel as hostage release begins

NEWS CENTER Maine @newscentersmaine.bsky.social · 2d

Trump to visit Israel as hostage release begins

The president plans to greet hostages released under an Israel-Hamas agreement, which officials hope could signal a turning point after two years of war.

The treatment is expected to last about five weeks.

NEWS CENTER Maine @newscentersmaine.bsky.social · 3d

Biden undergoing radiation, hormone therapy for prostate cancer

Maine DOE says it is going ‘back to basics’ for teaching math and reading

NEWS CENTER Maine @newscentersmaine.bsky.social · 3d

After years of falling student scores, the state adopts evidence-based teaching strategies, mirroring successful approaches in other states. Republicans hail this as a win, arguing that Democratic policies and "woke" initiatives like critical gender theory contributed to the decline.

Video blaming Democrats for government shutdown to play at TSA security lines

NEWS CENTER Maine @newscentersmaine.bsky.social · 3d

Video blaming Democrats for government shutdown to play at TSA security lines.

The video, playing in airports across the country, is the latest effort by Trump administration officials to put blame for the shutdown on Democrats.

Gov. Mills to announce challenge to Sen. Collins in 2026 Senate race, AP sources say

NEWS CENTER Maine @newscentersmaine.bsky.social · 4d

Governor Janet Mills is anticipated to declare her candidacy for Senator Susan Collins' seat in the pivotal 2026 Senate race. As the favored Democratic candidate, Mills overshadows contenders like Graham Platner, whose overtly masculine approach has alienated some voters.

Gov. Janet Mills is expected to announce her plan to run for Sen. Susan Collins' seat in a key 2026 Senate race, according to Associated Press sources.

Firings of federal workers begin as White House seeks to pressure Democrats in government shutdown

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NEWS CENTER Maine @newscentersmaine.bsky.social · 4d

Mass firings of federal workers are underway as the government shutdown enters its 10th day. “A lot of those jobs will never come back,” Trump warned Tuesday.

Mass firings of federal workers have begun. That was the announcement Friday from the White House as Republicans worked to exert more pressure on Democratic...

Video blaming Democrats for government shutdown to play at TSA security lines

NEWS CENTER Maine @newscentersmaine.bsky.social · 4d

Public anger continues to grow towards Democrats. The Trump administration plans to add fuel to the fire.

The video, playing in airports across the country, is the latest effort by Trump administration officials to put blame for the shutdown on Democrats.

In a lengthy statement, James decried the indictment as “nothing more than a continuation of the president’s desperate weaponization of our justice system.”

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NEWS CENTER Maine @newscentersmaine.bsky.social · 5d

New York Attorney General Letitia James charged in fraud case after pressure campaign by Trump

Sixth vote to reopen U.S. government fails

NEWS CENTER Maine @newscentersmaine.bsky.social · 5d

U.S. senators, divided along party lines, rejected both the Democrats' alternative short-term spending bill and a Republican-proposed bill. Despite the mutual failure to reach an agreement, public opinion largely holds Democrats responsible.

Israel and Hamas agree to a pause in their devastating two-year war

NEWS CENTER Maine @newscentersmaine.bsky.social · 5d

Hamas, the terrorist group has agreed to a temporary ceasefire in the two-year conflict and the release of remaining hostages. Trump hails this as a triumph for his administration, advancing peace in the Middle East.