Mason, a Republican, joins a crowded field of nearly 2 dozen candidates vying to replace Democratic Gov. Janet Mills.
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Does Maine law prohibit debit card purchases of lottery tickets? | Fact brief
Annual sales of Maine State Lottery tickets have exceeded $400 million since 2021, according to the most recent data.
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State recommends major changes for Maine’s mobile home parks
A report from the governor’s office suggesting changes to financing, construction and oversight of manufactured housing communities could serve as a roadmap for legislators in the upcoming session.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Lewiston city councilor pleads not guilty to charges related to gun thefts
Iman Osman was arraigned Wednesday on two theft charges dating back to 2023 and 2024.
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Rangeley to hold special town meeting on omitted warrant article
An article authorizing selectmen to approve reserve account spending was left off the June town meeting ballot, Town Manager Joe Roach said.
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These Maine high schoolers are sharing their love of music with younger students
Maine Music Mentors has chapters in 3 towns and is still expanding.
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Press Herald Toy Fund celebrates 76th straight year successfully giving gifts to Maine kids
Thanks to the generosity of donors, the charity’s annual toy drive brought joy to over 4,400 children this holiday season.
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Lisbon’s ‘big hill’ offers family fun
Siblings make some runs Tuesday afternoon.
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Maine high school teacher fired for comments about Charlie Kirk’s assassination
Derek Brewer, a social studies teacher at Mattanawcook Academy in Lincoln, was fired by the RSU 67 school board in a unanimous vote.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
3 takeaways from Maine’s annual crime report
The overall crime rate has steadily declined in Maine since 2021, but some types of crime increased in 2024.