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Posted inElections, Local & State, News, Politics
Will Maine governor candidates reject outside spending?
The ‘People’s Pledge’ calls for campaign finance reform, and for candidates to oppose independent expenditures by ‘wealthy, corporate and dark money groups.’
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Posted inLocal & State, News
2 pets perish as fire destroys home in Wilton
32 firefighters from several towns responded to fight the blaze Tuesday morning.
Posted inLocal & State, News, The Maine Forecast
Maine Turnpike speed limit lowered as snow arrives just in time for evening commute
Several communities in southern and central Maine have also announced parking bans and early closures. Forecasters say anywhere from 1-2 inches to 5 inches could fall by Wednesday morning.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Tractor Supply is coming to Turner. But first, the soil has to settle.
The store on Route 4 is estimated to open in 2027, allowing a year or so for the soil to stabilize before construction begins.
Posted inHearts of Pine, News, Sports
Hearts of Pine sell out single-game tickets in minutes
Demand remains strong for Maine’s professional soccer team as it approaches the start of its second season.
Posted inNews
Photos: Inside Maine’s State House for a day of legislative action
Joe Phelan captures a legislative sentiment, a House of Representatives session and general activity under the dome in Augusta.
Posted inLocal & State, News
In split vote, Auburn councilors move forward with Flock camera funding
Most residents just recently learned the city has been using the license-plate-reading cameras since 2025, prompting some public pushback over their use and city transparency.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Local & State, Things to Do
Lots of music in Lewiston, Bethel and Farmington, and more | Get out
Highlights of things to do in the next week in the area.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
UMaine taps into satellite data to help oyster farmers
A free online dashboard uses the information to help Maine oyster farmers predict time to market.