The 30-second spot marks a new, more aggressive phase of the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate and foreshadows attacks the political newcomer would likely face in a general election matchup against Susan Collins.
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What do you do for fun in the lull between winter and spring?
We want to know how you pass the time when snow has melted, but there’s still a chill in the air.
Sophia’s House in Lewiston celebrates reopening of women’s day center
Sophia’s House, which offers transitional housing and other services to women in need, has brought back its day center twice per week.
Literacy Volunteers-Androscoggin hosts Scrabble Fest | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Please join us for Literacy Volunteers-Androscoggin’s 26th Annual Letters for Literacy Scrabble Fest at the High Street Congregational Church, 106 Pleasant St., Auburn, on Sunday, April 26. We’ll have an enjoyable afternoon of refreshments, prizes, and good-natured Scrabble competition. Arrive at 1 p.m. to sign in and gameplay will begin at 1:30 […]
METLN wins several awards in New England Better Newspaper Competition
The Portland Press Herald took home first place honors in housing news and advertising categories.
Here are the Senate and Maine governor candidates who qualified for June primaries
The governor’s race is down to 18 candidates, including 5 Democrats and 8 Republicans. And in the 1st District, U.S. Rep. Chellie Pingree won’t face a Democratic primary challenger after all.
Brunswick police officer charged with assault
Nathan Day was charged in West Bath District Court on Monday, according to the Office of the Maine Attorney General.
Vote Yes on the Jay lot rent moratorium | Letter
Our community is facing a challenge that deserves thoughtful action. Manufactured home owners — many of them seniors, veterans, and working families — are experiencing steep and unpredictable lot rent increases. These increases are rising far faster than wages, Social Security, or the cost of living, and they threaten the stability of people who have […]
Maine lawmakers face tough budget questions on creating a SNAP contingency fund
The proposal from House Speaker Ryan Fecteau, D-Biddeford, faces the tall task of getting funded before the Legislature adjourns next month.
Rainy day in Maine: Locals get outdoors despite wet conditions
Maine Trust for Local News photographers focus on those who brave the weather.