Platner rolled out a series of anti-corruption policy measures Thursday.
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Ranked-choice voting in Maine has been a roaring success | Opinion
Ranked-choice voting, semi-open primaries and ongoing absentee voting lift turnout and strengthen voters’ power.
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Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, News, Religion and Values
Catholic pilgrims celebrate America’s 250th birthday with processions through Maine
The National Eucharistic Pilgrimage from St. Augustine, Florida, to Philadelphia made several stops in Maine on Thursday, including Portland and Peaks Island.
Posted inMaine, News, Outdoors
Windjammers want more Mainers to take schooner staycations
These touring vessels maintain a tradition of overnight sailing trips in Maine that dates back nearly 100 years.
Posted inMaine, News
Man dies after being hit by train in Old Orchard Beach
The 51-year-old from Old Orchard Beach was pronounced dead at the scene, officials say.
Posted inCommunity, News
Elevated bacteria levels close swimming areas in Raymond, Scarborough and Rockland
At least 10 beaches in Maine are under an elevated bacteria advisory.
Posted inCommunity, News
Falmouth pet bird goes missing, rescued by gardener next town over
Social media users helped connect the escaped cockatiel with its owners, who had been desperately searching for him.
Posted inMaine, News
Data shows reports of ICE activity in Maine have risen
Immigration advocates say calls to a hotline have corresponded with steadily climbing reports of enforcement and detentions. Federal officials continue to be tight-lipped about apprehensions.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Bangor man charged with attempted murder in stabbing
Police announced Thursday that the suspect was arrested in upstate New York.