Maine is among the least religious states in the country. That could be a factor in its recent electoral history, one analyst says.
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With Maine Senate primary cooling off, attention turns to the governor’s race
Maine voters have a new race to focus on — at least for now.
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Posted inNews, Schools & Education
Maine is second in the nation for special education rates. Why?
An increasing number of students are qualifying for special education, putting pressure on school districts and their budgets.
Posted inBusiness, Food, News
Allagash Brewing hits sustainability milestones
Maine’s biggest brewer, one of just 14 nationwide to become a B Corporation company, keeps 98% of its waste out of the landfill.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Graham Platner or Susan Collins? Maine has never had a choice like this.
The unusual nature of this race will bring national money and attention to Maine. Political analysts say the candidates are the perfect contrast in styles.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, News
Downtown Lewiston comes alive Friday night
First Busking festival of the year closes Lisbon Street
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Lewiston residents, city leaders react to recent spate of gunfire
Near daily gunfire has returned to Lewiston and some say they plan to flee the city altogether to escape it.
Posted inCommunity, News
Juveniles arrested after beating video goes viral
The 7 suspects were taken to the Long Creek Youth Development Center in South Portland.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Maine issues warning after mold in medical weed tests at 18 times recreational limit
State authorities issued an advisory for medical cannabis patients after unsafe amounts of mold and pesticides were found in 2 strains of flower cultivated and sold by a Piscataquis County grower.
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Who’s endorsing Graham Platner now, and who still isn’t backing him?
With Gov. Janet Mills out of the Democratic primary, an array of Maine Democrats came out Thursday and Friday in support of Platner’s bid to unseat U.S. Sen. Susan Collins.