Billy Kobin

State Sen. Joe Baldacci officially enters 2nd Congressional District race

After months of speculation, the Bangor Democrat announces his run for the closely contested and highly watched seat.

Rep. Kathy Javner, R-Chester, was in her fourth term in the Maine House representing a string of rural towns in Penobscot County.

Wabanaki chiefs praised Gov. Janet Mills’ move, but the existing gambling landscape and a people’s veto effort add wrinkles to the change.

The former state representative was remembered as ‘a big believer in justice.’