The Maine attorney general’s office this week appealed a July ruling that a law approved last year by voters was unconstitutional. Supporters hope the case could lead to broader campaign finance reform.
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Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, New England, News, Outdoors, The Franklin Journal, The Rangeley Highlander
For Maine’s youth hunters, longtime tradition closes the generation gap
The 2-day hunt open for Mainers 16 and under started at 5:55 a.m. Friday.
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Posted inMaine, News
Lewiston has begun trial use of AI-enabled surveillance cameras
Police say the cameras have already shown value, but some city officials and residents have questions about privacy.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Long-shot Democratic U.S. Senate candidate drops out, endorses Janet Mills
Daira Smith-Rodriguez, of Biddeford, entered the race a month ago but failed to get any traction among a crowded field.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, The Bethel Citizen
A guide to antiquing around Western Maine
Revel in great, hidden finds while enjoying this extended (though muted) leaf-peeping season.
Posted inGuides, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, New England, News
From Jay to Livermore Falls to Farmington, trails boost well-being
Whistle Stop Trail and others offer residents year-round ways to explore nature, improve health and strengthen community ties close to home.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal
Historical societies join forces to preserve Franklin Journal archives
Volunteers from several Franklin County historical societies worked together to save hundreds of Franklin Journal volumes from damage, preserving decades of local history for future generations.
Posted inMaine, News, The Bethel Citizen
Scale to be installed at Tri-Town Transfer Station in Bethel
Following the completed installation, contractors will pay for their debris.
Posted inMaine, News
Remembering the 18 lives lost in the Lewiston mass shooting
Learn about the victims who died Oct. 25, 2023, at Just-in-Time Recreation and Schemengees Bar & Grille.
Posted inMaine, Nation / World, News
Social Security recipients get a 2.8% cost-of-living boost in 2026, average of $56 per month
The Social Security cost-of-living increase will go up by 2.8% in 2026, which translates to an average increase of more than $56 for retirees every month.