The appeal centers on the legitimacy of petitions collected by out-of-state circulators. The matter must be resolved by Aug. 25 to appear on the November ballot.
July 1, 2026
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News
How to safely enjoy the water in Maine as temperatures rise
With 90-degree days expected this week, officials encourage people in Maine to be prepared for potentially dangerous swimming and boating scenarios.
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Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Indiana man charged with manslaughter after Hancock County crash that killed his son
The 1-car crash last week near the intersection of Routes 9 and 193 also injured the man’s 10-month-old daughter, Maine State Police say.
Posted inLetters
With prestige and power, Susan Collins deserves Maine’s support | Letter
Susan Collins has done incredibly good things for the state of Maine and its citizens during her tenure. Let’s look at just one of her accomplishments, which resulted in significant benefit for thousands of Maine citizens as well as people around the country. In 2024, Collins was the driving force behind adoption of the Social […]
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Mainers are once again on America’s flank | Opinion
Just as the 20th Maine Infantry Regiment answered the call 163 years ago today at the Battle of Little Round Top, we must do so once again against those who seek to divide and disempower us.
Posted inLetters
Drain the swamp? We’re still waiting. | Letter
It’s disappointing. In countless stump speeches, Donald Trump promised to “drain the swamp.” The assumption was that he would reduce corruption in government. Instead, it seems he has taken title to it. It’s well documented that he’s greatly enriched himself and his family and followers from the power of the U.S. presidency. Perhaps more than […]
Posted inElections, Fact Brief, Maine, News, Politics
Is ranked-choice voting used in Maine’s general election for governor? | Fact brief
Voters will choose this November between Republican Bobby Charles, Democrat Hannah Pingree and independent Rick Bennett to succeed Gov. Janet Mills.
Posted inCops & Courts, Health, Maine, News
Feds say criminal group has stolen more than $100K in Maine using cloned EBT cards
Prosecutors have charged 1 man, who they allege obtained funds using cloned cards.
Posted inLetters
Remember that Platner is crying out for attention | Letter
With all due respect to Chris Burns on his June 22 op-ed detailing “unfair” coverage of Graham Platner by this newspaper, Mr. Burns need only to look at Mr. Platner to understand why there is so much media coverage about him. For one thing, Platner demands attention. That is obvious from all of his past social […]
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Review
CMCA’s new exhibit explores identity with a focus on the human face | Column
‘Bianca Beck: Eyes’ is the Center for Maine Contemporary Art’s new solo exhibition.