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Republicans call on Maine Secretary of State to remove worker from ballot count

As tabulation of ranked-choice ballots begins, Republicans are asking for a government worker who supported Jared Golden on Twitter to be reassigned.

Fishermen launch campaign to protect Portland’s working waterfront from development

They and their supporters gather at a pub on Commercial Street to gather signatures for a referendum that would restore the city's water dependency use requirement.

Local & State

Elderly veterans honored at ceremony in Westbrook

Officials, family and friends tell 39 seniors at a care facility in Westbrook that they're proud of and grateful for their service.

Politics

Portland mayor eyes re-election, likely versus familiar foes on council

Incumbent Mayor Ethan Strimling files initial campaign paperwork at City Hall.

Sports

With tackle football under pressure, supporters are rallying around flag

Fear over concussions has contributed to a sharp decline in youth tackle football over the past decade.

Local & State

Profiles in courage: A Veterans Day salute to Mainers who served

Men and women share the trauma, grit and pride that characterize those who served their country on the front lines and behind the scenes.

Business

Freeport dog owner turns his Lab’s Instagram following into a full-time job

Caught on video, Stella's goofy antics go viral online, but maybe that's not surprising given the marketing pedigree of her master.

Local & State

What Maine’s new government will mean to you

In 2019, Democratic control in Augusta will prompt a shift in how the state addresses its challenges. Here's how.

Editorials

Our View: Veterans share commitment to serving our country

Foreign- or native-born, they are connected by their willingness to sacrifice.

Business Posted: 1:11 PM

Planet Dog aquired by pet products distributor
Local & State Posted: 12:52 PM

Westbrook home severely damaged in Monday fire
Life & Culture Posted: 11:57 AM

New exercise guidelines say starting as young as 3 is best
Business Posted: 11:45 AM

Oyster company eyes expansion, but opponents warn of shell game
Local & State Posted: 10:53 AM

New Hampshire police capture ‘armed and dangerous’ man
Nation & World Posted: 10:38 AM

White Mississippi senator in runoff jokes about ‘public hanging’

Business Posted: 10:16 AM

Athenahealth sold to private equity firm
Politics Posted: 10:15 AM

Republicans call on Maine Secretary of State to remove worker from ballot count
Nation & World Posted: 9:25 AM

Michelle Obama’s book is next pick for Oprah’s book club
Nation & World Posted: 7:55 AM

Grim search continues for more fire victims in Northern California
Sports Posted: 6:20 AM

Elliott takes giant leap needed to lift Cowboys past Eagles
Auto Posted: 4:00 AM

On the Road Review: Audi A5 Sportback
Politics Posted: 4:00 AM

Portland mayor eyes re-election, likely versus familiar foes on council
Sports Posted: 4:00 AM

With tackle football under pressure, supporters are rallying around flag
Community News Posted: 4:00 AM

Events
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Briefs
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Community meals
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Births
Letters Posted: 4:00 AM

Letter to the editor: Quick pick-up a sign that Jeanne Swanton cares
Letters Posted: 4:00 AM

Letter to the editor: Give us this day our daily mass shooting?
Letters Posted: 4:00 AM

Power-line mitigation fee nothing but a bribe
Letters Posted: 4:00 AM

New York City's shelter solution won't work for Portland
Maine Voices Posted: 4:00 AM

Maine Voices: On this centennial – and every day – reach out to a veteran
Editorials Posted: 4:00 AM

Our View: Veterans share commitment to serving our country
Boston Celtics Posted: Yesterday at 11:40 PM

Celtics end trip with loss in Portland
Local & State Posted: Yesterday at 10:42 PM

Waterville prepares to implement ban on plastic bags, but a recount is possible
Sports Posted: Yesterday at 10:36 PM

Sunday’s NBA roundup: Harden scores 40 as Houston finally wins at home
College Posted: Yesterday at 10:30 PM

Sunday’s Top 25 basketball roundup: Williamson, Duke fend off Army
Boston Bruins Posted: Yesterday at 10:28 PM

Sunday’s NHL roundup: Bruins handle Knights
Sports Posted: Yesterday at 10:18 PM

Westbrook’s Gallant-Charette selected for swimming’s marathon hall of fame
Business Posted: Yesterday at 9:36 PM

Fishermen launch campaign to protect Portland’s working waterfront from development
Sports Posted: Yesterday at 9:35 PM

Sunday’s NFL roundup: Rams rebound, hold off Seahawks
Local & State Posted: Yesterday at 9:34 PM

Displays, ceremony in Augusta mark Armistice Day centennial
Arts & Entertainment Posted: Yesterday at 9:23 PM

Watch: An apology from normally unapologetic Saturday Night Live
Schools and Education Posted: Yesterday at 8:50 PM

Penobscot Nation calls on Skowhegan to retire ‘Indians’ nickname
Politics Posted: Yesterday at 8:45 PM

House Democrats detail investigative plans, put brakes on calls for impeachment

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Business

Planet Dog aquired by pet products distributor
Local & State

Body of missing hunter found in New Portland
Arts & Entertainment

Watch: An apology from normally unapologetic Saturday Night Live
Nation & World

Grim search continues for more fire victims in Northern California
Business

Oyster company eyes expansion, but opponents warn of shell game
Schools and Education

Penobscot Nation calls on Skowhegan to retire ‘Indians’ nickname
Local & State

South Portland forum to focus on scale of future development in Knightville
Business

Athenahealth sold to private equity firm

Life & Culture

Society Notebook: Riding to the Top wrangles up a crowd

The therapeutic horseback riding center raises $165,000 at its annual Triple B celebration.