Suzanne Andresen won the Republican primary in Sagadahoc County’s House District 49, while Lisa Pratt was confirmed as the winner for House District 135 in Kennebunk.
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Thousands of Mainers protest Trump policies amid latest ‘No Kings’ nationwide rallies
Transgender rights activist Ella Bowman rallied the Waterville crowd on bodily autonomy, while speakers across the state criticized policies they say threaten democracy.
Thousands of Mainers rally during 3rd round of ‘No Kings’ protests
Demonstrations against the Trump administration took place Saturday in Portland, Lewiston-Auburn, Augusta, Waterville and dozens of other locations across Maine.
Capitol Police merger advances despite Republican pushback
Republican lawmakers and Capitol Police union criticize merger bill over pay gaps and inefficiencies.
George Mitchell’s portrait removed from Maine State House
The former U.S. Senate majority leader has been under increased scrutiny in recent months as new details about his alleged ties to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein have emerged in federal documents.
Maine House overrides Gov. Mills’ veto of ‘right to repair’ bill
The measure now heads to the Senate, which is scheduled to meet next week.
Former Portland lawmaker Denise Harlow dies at 55
The former state representative was remembered as ‘a big believer in justice.’
Following student deaths, Rockland-area lawmakers propose more school bus crossing arms
Following the deaths of Maine students in the last month, 3 state lawmakers are introducing a bill to require expanded safety features on school buses.
North Yarmouth rep honored for pediatric health work
The Maine Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics named Rep. Anne Graham, D-North Yarmouth, 2024 Legislator of the Year. In addition to her policy work, Graham worked as a pediatric nurse practitioner for over 35 years.
Sen. Tepler welcomes Morse High School boys’ swim team to State House
Sen. Denise Tepler, D-Topsham, welcomed the Morse High School boys’ swim and dive team to the Maine State House on Tuesday to honor them with sentiments from the state Legislature. The sentiments were awarded for the team’s win at the 2025 Class B Swim and Dive State Championship. “I’m incredibly proud of these young student […]