They’ve lost loved ones to suicide and survived the Lewiston mass shooting. On Nov. 4, they’ll weigh whether to pass a new law making it easier to restrict a person’s access to weapons if they pose a risk.
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Key resources for older Mainers
Whether you’re looking for a ride to appointments or opportunities to volunteer, these groups can help you.
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Mystery Photo for Oct. 19, 2025
Correctly guess where this photo was taken and you could win a $25 Hannaford Supermarket gift card.
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Where older Mainers can get deals and discounts
There are reduced prices available for a wide range of offerings, including park passes, train fares and movie tickets.
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Older Mainers stay connected with help from community groups
Age-friendly organizations across the state are hosting social events, volunteering free rides and providing other services and supports necessary for Maine’s seniors to stay active in their communities.
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Maine investigating how 911 calls were misrouted for nearly 2 years
Union River Telephone Co. sent calls from some Hancock and Washington county residents to an administrative line at the dispatch center. It is unclear whether it delayed responses to emergencies.
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St. Dom’s group looking for location for new high school
Plans are in the works for a ‘fully independent private high school, in the Catholic tradition, starting in the fall of 2026.’
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Veterans helping homeless veterans
Maine Bureau of Veterans Services’ Homeless Stand Down comes to Lewiston.
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Former Lewiston police chief nominated to be Maine’s U.S. Marshal
David St. Pierre’s leadership during the mass shooting in October 2023 was listed as one reason the former chief was nominated for the position.
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No one injured in school bus collision in New Sharon
Parents were notified that the 14 students from Cape Cod Hill School in New Sharon were OK.