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4 takeaways from the Wabanaki-hosted gubernatorial debate

by Reuben M. Schafir March 19, 2026March 21, 2026

On the key issue of tribal sovereignty, the 3 independents and 5 Democrats who attended the Houlton event Thursday night were mostly in favor.

Maine, Politics

Why Angus King and a Utah Republican are worried about a rural home program

by Billy Kobin March 19, 2026March 21, 2026

The Maine senator and Sen. John Curtis, R-Utah, are contacting Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins to argue against recent changes to a rural home loan program.

Maine, Politics

Lawmakers pass last-minute funding for Maine’s public defense agency

by Billy Kobin March 18, 2026March 18, 2026

The Maine Commission on Public Defense Services has been about $13 million short of what it needs to pay private attorneys who represent low-income clients.

Health, Maine, News

Democrats abandon bid to impose price caps on hospital services

by Joe Lawlor March 17, 2026March 17, 2026

However, an amended version of the bill, if passed, would limit price growth for some private insurance plans

Maine, News, Politics

Lawmakers advance tax break compromise for Wabanaki nations

by Reuben M. Schafir March 17, 2026March 17, 2026

The Mi’kmaq Nation would get a representative in the Legislature under the amended bill.

Health, Maine, News, Politics

Maine lawmakers face tough budget questions on creating a SNAP contingency fund

by Billy Kobin March 16, 2026March 17, 2026

The proposal from House Speaker Ryan Fecteau, D-Biddeford, faces the tall task of getting funded before the Legislature adjourns next month.

Guides, Health, Maine, News

What you need to know about rabies in Maine

by Jake Freudberg March 16, 2026March 17, 2026

A guide to key questions you may have about rabies and what to do if you suspect an animal has the rare disease.

Maine, News

Snow returns across Maine over the weekend before giving way to rain, warmer temps

by Drew Johnson March 12, 2026March 12, 2026

Mainers from Kittery to Calais can expect anywhere from 1 to 8 inches of snow Friday night into Saturday, but rain and springlike temperatures are likely to melt it quickly.