Political analysts, however, say voters shouldn’t put too much stock in the results of special elections.
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In State of the Union, Trump says fraud ‘even worse’ in Maine than Minnesota
The president announced that Vice President JD Vance would conduct a ‘war on fraud’ in Maine and other states.
Waterville, Winslow host Special Olympics Maine 2026 Winter Games
Speed skating races were held at Colby College, Quarry Road Recreation Area hosted snowshoe and cross country competitions and opening ceremonies and a dance are planned at Winslow High School.
Trump says he can stop data centers from raising energy costs. What does it mean for Maine?
In his State of the Union, the president said he had negotiated a “new ratepayer protection pledge” with large tech companies.
Sun Journal announces new reporter coverage for greater Lewiston
Matthew Jaroncyk has joined the staff as a general assignment reporter covering the region, while veteran reporter Joe Charpentier is taking over coverage of Lewiston city politics, culture and development.
Bill would extend Maine’s free school lunch to all children in public pre-K
While the state provides universal free school meals, public preschools not located at public school sites are left out, something legislation from Senate President Mattie Daughtry hopes to change.
A majority of Maine wants more restrictions on ICE, new poll finds
The survey from the University of New Hampshire, conducted in the wake of a recent ICE surge in Maine, showed that Republicans and Democrats are split about whether increased immigration enforcement has made the country safer.
Maine woman got lost in the system waiting for a lawyer
Alyssa Mendez was left off of a statewide list of people in need of lawyers and was not appointed one until more than 40 days after her first court appearance.
Telstar seniors win big at annual winter carnival
Competitions included a student-versus-staff basketball game, gym hockey and ski jumps held the week before February vacation at the Bethel school.
Maine high school basketball sidelines react to tournament action, drama
Teammates and staff support one another at Portland Expo, Augusta Civic Center and Cross Insurance Center in Bangor during vacation week tournaments.