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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 6h

So far, air traffic controllers, TSA agents and other federal employees have been showing up to work in Portland, jetport officials said Thursday:

Travelers may notice some indirect shutdown impacts when flying through Portland

So far, air traffic controllers, TSA agents and other federal employees have been showing up to work in Portland, jetport officials said Thursday.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 7h

Some government websites are not being updated to include information about drought relief programs:

As drought worsens, government shutdown could stall relief for farmers

Some government websites are not being updated to include information about drought relief programs.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 1d

At his campaign launch in Belfast, Bush referred to himself as “a disrupter” and promised to bring economic development to the state by reducing taxes and clearing regulations for more housing development:

Jonathan Bush, cousin of former president, launches campaign for Maine governor

At his campaign launch in Belfast, Bush referred to himself as “a disrupter” and promised to bring economic development to the state by reducing taxes and clearing regulations for more housing develop...

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 1d

Jeremy Frey of Eddington is an artist whose basket designs are founded in the Wabanaki tradition, as he explained last year on Maine Calling:

2 Mainers among MacArthur Fellows announced Wednesday

Jeremy Frey of Eddington is an artist whose basket designs are founded in the Wabanaki tradition, as he explained last year on Maine Calling.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 1d

Most lobstermen say they're concerned more about economics and whale regulations than the lobster fishery itself:

New Marine Resources survey sheds light on how Maine lobstermen feel about the industry

Most lobstermen say they're concerned more about economics and whale regulations than the lobster fishery itself.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 1d

Over 70 people rallied in Scarborough on Wednesday evening to speak out against Immigration and Customs Enforcement actions both in Maine and around the country.

Protestors rally against ICE in Scarborough, as counterprotestors voice support for the agency

Over 70 people rallied in Scarborough on Wednesday evening to speak out against Immigration and Customs Enforcement actions both in Maine and around the country.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 3d

Secretary of State Shenna Bellows said the absentee ballots allegedly shipped to a Newburgh woman last week seem to correspond with missing absentee ballots in Ellsworth:

250 Ellsworth ballots reported missing the same day as alleged delivery to Newburgh woman

Secretary of State Shenna Bellows said the absentee ballots allegedly shipped to a Newburgh woman last week seem to correspond with missing absentee ballots in Ellsworth.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 3d

Collins, a Republican, echoed her party's criticism of Democrats, who are holding out for an extension of Affordable Care Act health insurance premium tax credits:

Susan Collins opposes Trump's shutdown layoff threats, but blames Democrats for the funding impasse

Collins, a Republican, echoed her party's criticism of Democrats, who are holding out for an extension of Affordable Care Act health insurance premium tax credits.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 3d

The competing narratives about Question 1’s true objectives and potential impacts are perhaps best epitomized by the names of the groups leading the fight on either side: Voter ID for ME and the Save Maine Absentee Voting Coalition:

Does Maine's Question 1 call for commonsense voter ID changes or will it undermine absentee voting?

The competing narratives about Question 1’s true objectives and potential impacts are perhaps best epitomized by the names of the groups leading the fight on either side: Voter ID for ME and the Save ...

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 3d

Dunlap's campaign launch is trying to tap Democrats' frustration with Golden's approach to President Donald Trump:

Former Maine Secretary of State Matt Dunlap launches primary challenge against Jared Golden

Dunlap's campaign launch is trying to tap Democrats' frustration with Golden's approach to President Donald Trump.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 3d

Mainers can begin to cast their ballot for the November election either in person or by mail.

Early voting starts today in Maine

Mainers can begin to cast their ballot for the November election either in person or by mail.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 10d

Politics newcomer Graham Platner is one of eight declared Democrats seeking to unseat Republican U.S. Sen. Susan Collins of Maine.

@stevemistler.bsky.social breaks down how Platner’s campaign seems to be banking on the belief that Democratic primary voters will want a different approach.

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NPR @npr.org · 10d

After canceling an earlier meeting, President Trump is planning to meet with a bipartisan group of congressional leaders on Monday. Congress must pass or extend a spending bill before Oct. 1 to prevent a shutdown.

Top congressional leaders head to the White House ahead of shutdown deadline

After canceling an earlier meeting, President Trump is planning to meet with a bipartisan group of congressional leaders on Monday. Congress must pass or extend a spending bill before Oct. 1 to prevent a shutdown.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 10d

The university said that changing federal policies and priorities led it to end the event.

UMaine cancels floating wind power conference

The university said that changing federal policies and priorities led it to end the event.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 13d

During her initial stops, she's heard calls to expand free school meals to all Pre-K students, to increase child care workers' access to healthcare benefits, and to create more opportunities for students entering the field to work and study at the same time.
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Senate Pres. Mattie Daughtry is on a state tour to hear challenges facing child care systems

During her initial stops, she's heard calls to expand free school meals to all Pre-K students, to increase child care workers' access to healthcare benefits, and to create more opportunities for stude...

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 13d

The citizens initiative appears as Question 2 on the November ballot and is a direct outgrowth of the governor's opposition to a red flag law and the Democratic-controlled legislature's unwillingness to advance one in the wake of the worst mass shooting in Maine history:

Mills reiterates opposition to proposed red flag law

The citizens initiative appears as Question 2 on the November ballot and is a direct outgrowth of the governor's opposition to a red flag law and the Democratic-controlled legislature's unwillingness ...

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 13d

Maine Attorney General Aaron Frey and counterparts from across the country brought the lawsuit earlier this year:

Federal judge blocks Trump administration from tying FEMA aid to immigration enforcement

Maine Attorney General Aaron Frey and counterparts from across the country brought the lawsuit earlier this year.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 14d

Informational signs containing information on climate change, ecology and Native American history have been removed from Maine's Acadia National Park, one of the country's most popular national parks. Many national parks are seeing similar actions:

Acadia National Park removes educational signs about climate change, Indigenous history

Informational signs containing information on climate change, ecology and Native American history have been removed from Maine's Acadia National Park, one of the country's most popular national parks....

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 14d

The $100,000 fine against a major fundraising platform for Democratic candidates is among the largest assessed by the Maine Ethics Commission, but it could have been much larger:

ActBlue hit with big fine by Maine regulators for late report

The $100,000 fine against a major fundraising platform for Democratic candidates is among the largest assessed by the Maine Ethics Commission, but it could have been much larger.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 15d

Over 250 wildfires burned across Maine in August, more than twice the average number for the month. But climate change could escalate the fire threat, and some communities are preparing for a future clouded by flames, smoke and ash.
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Maine communities prepare for future wildfire threat

Over 250 wildfires burned across Maine in August, more than twice the average number for the month. But climate change could escalate the fire threat, and some communities are preparing for a future c...

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 15d

The laws include establishing a PFAS response program, the first of its kind in the nation; helping to prevent student homelessness; allowing doctors to keep their names off of prescription labels for abortion medication; and tax incentives and protections for residents of mobile home communities.

Hundreds of new Maine laws take effect today. Here's what to know

The laws include establishing a PFAS response program, the first of its kind in the nation; helping to prevent student homelessness; allowing doctors to keep their names off of prescription labels for...

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 15d

Around half of farmers and fisherman in Maine say they struggle to access health care due to costs and availability in rural areas, according to a recent survey from the University of Maine Extension.

Forum highlights struggles that Maine farmers and fisherman face in accessing health care

According to a recent survey from the University of Maine, around half of farmers and fisherman in Maine say they struggle to access health care due to costs and availability in rural areas.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 16d

Graham Platner is attacking Collins and leaders in the national Democratic Party, who he describes as proxies for a political system abandoning the working class and enriching corporations and wealthy interests:

Graham Platner draws hundreds to town hall kick off as Senate bid builds

Graham Platner is one of eight declared Democrats seeking to unseat Republican U.S. Sen. Susan Collins, but his campaign has drawn outsize interest for a political newcomer. He's attacking Collins and...

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 16d

As Maine charts increasingly hotter and longer summers, businesses across all industries are planning for more weather extremes:

What do ever-hotter summers mean for Maine's economy?

As Maine charts increasingly hotter and longer summers, businesses across all industries are planning for more weather extremes.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 16d

Jason Walker and Michael Deslauriers II are credited with saving lives by giving others in Just In Time Recreation time to flee:

Two men who died in Lewiston mass shooting awarded Carnegie Medal for heroism

Jason Walker and Michael Deslauriers II are credited with saving lives by giving others in Just In Time Recreation time to flee.

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