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Sen. Collins exploring bipartisan compromise on gun safety measures
Collins says she is optimistic a compromise can be found after the initial meeting of 4 Republican and 4 Democratic senators.
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Democrats would need 10 Republican votes to get a bill through the 50-50 Senate, and they admit that the odds are against them.
Business
CMP to seek 3-year rate hike that would raise average bill by $10
Business
Despite record gas prices, Memorial Day travel surge expected in Maine
Arts & Entertainment
South Portland actor who took off in original ‘Top Gun’ has left Hollywood behind
Business
Frenchman Bay salmon farm developer sues state for spiking its lease application
Local & State
State seeks dismissal of ACLU lawsuit alleging broad failure to adequately represent poor criminal defendants
The ACLU contends Maine has failed in its duty to provide competent, well-supervised attorneys for poor criminal defendants who cannot afford to hire their own.
Editorials
Our View: U.S. Senate running short on time to solve our biggest problems
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Nation & World Posted: 3:15 PM
Iran seizes 2 Greek tankers in Persian Gulf as tensions rise over U.S. sanctions
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Nation & World Posted: 2:35 PM
Here are some gun control proposals that senators are – and aren’t – considering
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Nation & World Posted: 2:31 PM
Amid protests, NRA meets in Texas after school massacre
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Local & State Posted: 1:14 PM
Some ferry runs to Vinalhaven canceled this weekend
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Nation & World Posted: 1:14 PM
Judge dismisses Trump’s lawsuit, allowing New York probe to continue
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Nation & World Posted: 1:10 PM
Police waited as children inside Texas school called 911 begging for help
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Local & State Posted: 12:00 PM
Wastewater testing, case counts indicate pandemic easing in Maine
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New England Posted: 11:51 AM
Maine couple sells home that inspired ‘The Conjuring’ movie for $1.5 million
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Business Posted: 11:32 AM
Frenchman Bay salmon farm developer sues state for spiking its lease application
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Business Posted: 10:54 AM
Despite record gas prices, Memorial Day travel surge expected in Maine
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Boston Red Sox Posted: 10:51 AM
Trevor Story stays hot, Red Sox score 16 runs again in win over White Sox
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Sports Posted: 10:36 AM
Star trio leads Warriors to NBA Finals for 6th time in 8 years
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Life & Culture
Don McLean drops out of performance at NRA convention
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Politics
Republican candidate for Maine House blames ‘liberal teachers’ for Texas school shooting
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Nation & World
Onlookers urged police to charge into Texas school, where gunman’s rampage killed 19 children, 2 teachers
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Feature Obituary
On Munjoy Hill, master tailor Evangelista Donatelli is remembered as a perfect fit
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Nation & World
After Texas shooting, Republicans face online anger over NRA money
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Local & State
State plans temporary emergency shelter in Portland, housing for asylum seekers
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Local & State
Sen. Susan Collins joins push for gun safety legislation
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Nation & World
Senate Republicans block domestic terrorism bill, gun policy debate
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Business
CMP to seek 3-year rate hike that would raise average bill by $10
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Business
Portland-based Covetrus to be taken private in $4 billion deal
May 25
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Local & State
Wastewater testing, case counts indicate pandemic easing in Maine
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Nation & World
Police waited as children inside Texas school called 911 begging for help
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Nation & World
They smeared blood on themselves, hid and watched their teachers get shot. These are the survivors’ stories
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Local & State
Portland officials push state for coordination of services for asylum seekers
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Life & Culture
Don McLean drops out of performance at NRA convention
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Nation & World
‘Relentless’: Russia squeezes Ukrainian strongholds in east
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Local & State
Some ferry runs to Vinalhaven canceled this weekend
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Schools and Education
Faculty members question payout to new UMA president who withdrew from job
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Business
Sen. Susan Collins blocks NOAA nominee’s confirmation to protest new lobstering rules
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Religion and Values
Southern Baptist leaders release secret accused abuser list
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Politics
Republican candidate for Maine House blames ‘liberal teachers’ for Texas school shooting
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Do This
Observe Memorial Day with these events in southern Maine
Today's Letters
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Business
Key inflation gauge slowed to still-high 6.3% over past year
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Nation & World
G-7 pledges to largely end greenhouse gas emissions by 2035
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Nation & World
Amid protests, NRA meets in Texas after school massacre
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Nation & World
Judge dismisses Trump’s lawsuit, allowing New York probe to continue
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Arts & Entertainment
Ray Liotta, ‘Goodfellas’ and ‘Field of Dreams’ star, dies
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Feature Obituary
On Munjoy Hill, master tailor Evangelista Donatelli is remembered as a perfect fit
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Times Record
Court records detail police response to alleged Bath killing
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Arts & Entertainment
Did Harry Styles record part of his latest album in Maine?
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New England
New Hampshire man found guilty of murder in beheading case
Editors' Picks
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Local & State
Savoring the sweet spot before the tourist season
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Arts & Entertainment
Vinalhaven shines, again, in Chris Van Dusen’s latest children’s book
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Outdoors
Cyclists are in search of scenic routes, but safety is paramount
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Despite record gas prices, Memorial Day travel surge expected in Maine
With prices at the pump hovering above $4.70 a gallon, travelers and residents alike plan to take to the road for the traditional start of Maine's peak tourism season.
Millions to travel for Memorial Day weekend amid record-high gas prices
Travel experts say two years of pent-up demand from the pandemic will spur an increase in summer trips even as gas prices and hotel rates rise.
NRA stages big gun show in Texas days after school massacre
Former President Donald Trump and other leading Republicans are scheduled to address the 3-day firearms industry marketing event.
Trevor Story stays hot, Red Sox score 16 runs again in win over White Sox
The win clinched Boston's fourth consecutive series victory as the team returns to Fenway Park for a five-game series with Baltimore.
Local roundup: Mt. Ararat boys lacrosse nets win over Edward Little
Kaiden Getchell scores five goals for Eagles.
Our View: U.S. Senate running short on time to solve our biggest problems
Systemic challenges are taking lives and putting our planet in peril, and so far the Senate has been unable to answer the call.
The Wrap: Collaborative dinner to honor Chef Larry Matthews Jr., Scratch Baking Co. reopens (it’s about time!)
Also, Freeport gets a farmers market, a book is launched (over a few good brews), and Maine Lobster Week returns for a second year.
Policy Matters: Women and Aging: A crisis unfolds
Join moderator Carol Coultas and panelists Jessica Maurer, executive director of the Maine Council on Aging, and Destie Hohman Sprague, executive director of Maine Women’s Lobby, on June 7 as they explore the policies and innovations to help aging Mainers.
Got Tix: Where to find concert tickets to upcoming shows
Tickets are on sale now for folk trio Caamp at Thompson's Point in August.
Midcoast-area school districts seek to reassure students, families after Texas mass shooting
Brunswick police have increased their presence around that town's schools, while some districts in the southern Midcoast are expanding active shooter protocols and preventative measures.
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