2026 – Page 519 – The Portland Press Herald

Republican candidate for York County sheriff is allowed to run, state rules

by Emily Allen and Drew Johnson April 3, 2026April 21, 2026

The secretary of state’s office agreed to let David Corbett remain on the ballot after another candidate and the county Republican chair both accused him of misrepresenting his eligibility for the position.

Community, Life & Culture, News, Portland Sea Dogs, Sports

Sea Dogs arrive in Portland

by Gregory Rec April 3, 2026April 3, 2026

Players and coaches arrived at Hadlock Field this week and held a Fan Night at the Portland Expo on Wednesday night. Opening day at Hadlock Field is Tuesday.

Elections, Maine, Nation & World, New England, News, Politics

Trump wants $1.5T for the military. What do Collins, Maine delegation say?

by Randy Billings April 3, 2026April 3, 2026

As the administration seeks a 40% increase in military spending, Republican Sen. Susan Collins is focusing on the proposed cuts to domestic programs in Trump’s latest budget request.

Letters

Where is my mail? | Letter

April 3, 2026April 1, 2026

Until after Thanksgiving 2025, we were getting mail delivery six days a week. Then our mail delivery went to once a week. Our mailman was transferred to another route and according to USPS in Augusta they were shorthanded and unable to deliver. Having informed mail delivery, we knew that the post office was receiving our […]

Business, Community, Food, News

Chick-fil-A, Popeyes, indoor mini golf facility among ongoing Biddeford projects

by Sydney Richelieu April 3, 2026April 7, 2026

Biddeford’s indoor entertainment and fast food scenes are expanding with 3 new businesses on the way.

Letters

In supporting SAVE America, Susan Collins is ignoring constituents | Letter

April 3, 2026April 2, 2026

I was surprised to hear that Sen. Susan Collins announced her support for the SAVE America Act. SAVE America, promoted by President Donald Trump, will make it harder to register and vote in federal elections. On the surface, Collins’ stance aligns with her long-standing support for stricter voter ID laws. However, it ignores the clear […]