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State Sen. Joe Baldacci officially enters 2nd Congressional District race
State Sen. Joe Baldacci officially enters 2nd Congressional District race
After months of speculation, on Monday the Bangor Democrat announced his run for the closely contested and highly watched seat.
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January 12, 2026 at 3:53 PM
State Sen. Joe Baldacci officially enters 2nd Congressional District race
Maine schools tackle food waste to save money, time and the environment
Maine schools tackle food waste
A pilot program from UMaine's Mitchell Center found big reductions in school cafeteria food waste, and a toolkit rolled out this fall will help schools prepare for food waste ban that starts in 2030.
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January 12, 2026 at 11:41 AM
Maine schools tackle food waste to save money, time and the environment
NYC mayor and Ms. Rachel team up – and share a Maine connection
NYC mayor and Ms. Rachel team up – and share a Maine connection
Mayor Zohran Mamdani and the YouTube superstar sung with preschoolers Friday as part of the announcement of universal childcare for 2-year-olds in New York City.
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January 12, 2026 at 11:40 AM
NYC mayor and Ms. Rachel team up – and share a Maine connection
Western Maine doctors swamped by flu: ‘Perfect storms’
Western Maine doctors swamped by flu: ‘Perfect storms’
'Not a great time,' one health care provider said. 'Get your flu shot.'
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January 11, 2026 at 6:05 PM
Western Maine doctors swamped by flu: ‘Perfect storms’
Graham Platner and wife announce trip to Norway for affordable IVF treatments
Graham Platner and wife announce trip to Norway for affordable IVF treatments
'Not to get political, but it’s a real indication of how flawed our health care system is,' said Platner. <br>
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January 11, 2026 at 6:05 PM
Graham Platner and wife announce trip to Norway for affordable IVF treatments
Emergency calls are on the rise. Not enough Mainers are answering.
Emergency calls are on the rise. Not enough Mainers are answering.
Maine's firefighter shortage is part of a national problem, but the state's size, rural makeup and aging population complicate matters — and the solutions are proving elusive.
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January 11, 2026 at 12:26 PM
Emergency calls are on the rise. Not enough Mainers are answering.
Across Maine, protesters join in anti-ICE rallies in response to Minnesota killing
Across Maine, protesters join in anti-ICE rallies in response to Minnesota killing
Hundreds of people gathered in Portland, Augusta, Bath and other locations Saturday to protest the killing of Renee Good, a Minneapolis woman, by Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
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January 11, 2026 at 12:25 PM
Across Maine, protesters join in anti-ICE rallies in response to Minnesota killing
Flu, norovirus and other illnesses circulating in Maine
Flu, norovirus and other illnesses circulating in Maine
Wastewater data showing 'high' levels of norovirus in communities.
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January 10, 2026 at 1:40 PM
Flu, norovirus and other illnesses circulating in Maine
Report: Affordability biggest hurdle in every corner of Maine’s housing market
Report: Affordability biggest hurdle in every corner of Maine’s housing market
High construction costs, a disparity between wage growth and home prices, and a competitive market are all impeding the state's efforts to soften the housing crisis.
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January 10, 2026 at 1:39 PM
Report: Affordability biggest hurdle in every corner of Maine’s housing market
L.L.Bean taps retail executive as new president, CEO
L.L.Bean taps retail executive as new president, CEO
Greg Elder, who joined the Freeport-based company in 2007, says he 'believes in the power of the outdoors to bring people together.'
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January 10, 2026 at 1:39 PM
L.L.Bean taps retail executive as new president, CEO
Gray investigated for buying $1.25M fire truck with money it didn’t have; FBI involved
Gray investigated for buying $1.25M fire truck with money it didn’t have; FBI involved
The scrutiny involves alleged financial mismanagement.
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January 9, 2026 at 3:10 PM
Gray investigated for buying $1.25M fire truck with money it didn’t have; FBI involved
This Maine-built yacht is winning races on a global stage
This Maine-built yacht is winning races on a global stage
Master Lock Comanche, a yacht built in East Boothbay a decade ago, recently took honors at the prestigious Sydney Hobart sailing race.
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January 9, 2026 at 3:09 PM
This Maine-built yacht is winning races on a global stage
Trump: Susan Collins ‘should never be elected to office again’
Trump: Susan Collins ‘should never be elected to office again’
The criticism comes amid a tough reelection battle for Collins.
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January 9, 2026 at 11:54 AM
Trump: Susan Collins ‘should never be elected to office again’
Anti-ICE protesters gather in Portland after killing of Minnesota woman
Anti-ICE protesters gather in Portland after killing of Minnesota woman
Hundreds of people filled Monument Square on Thursday night, a day after a federal immigration officer fatally shot Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis.
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January 9, 2026 at 11:52 AM
Anti-ICE protesters gather in Portland after killing of Minnesota woman
Gorham residents wary of Amazon’s warehouse plans
Gorham residents wary of Amazon’s warehouse plans
Distribution center info session packs Gorham chambers.
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January 8, 2026 at 9:05 PM
Gorham residents wary of Amazon’s warehouse plans
Vote for the best places to eat and drink in Greater Portland
Vote for the best places to eat and drink in Greater Portland
We are reimagining our annual food awards coverage and want to hear from you. Vote now through the end of January.
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January 8, 2026 at 8:53 PM
Vote for the best places to eat and drink in Greater Portland
The latest batch of high school basketball highlights from our sports reporters.
Varsity Maine basketball highlights from Weeks 4 and 5
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January 8, 2026 at 7:38 PM
The latest batch of high school basketball highlights from our sports reporters.
Dunkin’ corporate says closure of Lewiston bakery hasn’t affected service
Dunkin’ corporate says closure of Lewiston bakery hasn’t affected service
The company said Thursday that 65 employees were laid off when Mid Maine CPL closed in December, ending service to Dunkin' locations throughout Maine.
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January 8, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Dunkin’ corporate says closure of Lewiston bakery hasn’t affected service
Sen. Susan Collins breaks with Trump over Venezuela, reasserting War Powers Act
Sen. Susan Collins breaks with Trump over Venezuela, reasserting War Powers Act
Maine's senior senator was one of 5 Republicans who helped pass the resolution in a rare rebuke of Trump. Gov. Janet Mills says the vote was 'a day late and a dollar short.'
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January 8, 2026 at 6:23 PM
Sen. Susan Collins breaks with Trump over Venezuela, reasserting War Powers Act
Maine lawmakers kick off a new session. Tensions are high.
Maine lawmakers kick off a new session. Tensions are high.
Democrats unveil a slate of bills aimed at lowering everyday costs for families, while Republicans reiterate calls for accountability in a case of alleged fraud involving a health care services provid...
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January 8, 2026 at 3:09 PM
Maine lawmakers kick off a new session. Tensions are high.
Berwick-area school district increases police presence following viral board moment
Berwick-area school district increases police presence following viral board moment
MSAD 60 is responding to 'unsettling and concerning' comments after a video of a discussion about harassment polices and transgender students was widely circulated in right-wing circles online.
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January 8, 2026 at 1:10 PM
Berwick-area school district increases police presence following viral board moment
Maine libraries scramble for books after distributor closes
Maine libraries scramble for books after distributor closes
Many bought new books from Baker & Taylor, which has been winding down operations for months, and have endured long waits while looking for new sources.
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January 8, 2026 at 1:09 PM
Maine libraries scramble for books after distributor closes
Former Senate majority leader Garrett Mason enters Maine governor’s race
Former Senate majority leader Garrett Mason enters Maine governor’s race
Mason, a Republican, joins a crowded field of nearly two dozen candidates vying to replace Democratic Gov. Janet Mills.
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January 7, 2026 at 10:02 PM
Former Senate majority leader Garrett Mason enters Maine governor’s race
Gov. Janet Mills vetoes changes to Maine’s right-to-repair law
Gov. Janet Mills vetoes changes to Maine’s right-to-repair law
The governor allowed 52 bills to become law without her signature, while seven others were recalled by lawmakers.
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January 7, 2026 at 9:52 PM
Gov. Janet Mills vetoes changes to Maine’s right-to-repair law
Benefit show brings Maine musicians together to help wharf recover after fire
Benefit show brings Maine musicians together to help wharf recover after fire
The Jan. 17 benefit show featuring Don Campbell Band, Jonathan Edwards and Julia Gagnon will be at Aura in Portland.
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January 7, 2026 at 2:23 PM
Benefit show brings Maine musicians together to help wharf recover after fire