One survey shows political newcomer Graham Platner leading both Gov. Janet Mills and Sen. Susan Collins, while another projects that Collins would easily beat Platner in the 2026 general election.
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Will new health fund help Maine’s rural hospitals stay open? Experts say it’s unclear
Upcoming Medicaid cuts from the Republican budget bill passed over the summer threaten the financial health of rural hospitals.
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Posted inMaine, Nation / World, New England, News, Politics
Angus King gets heat from Democrats for role in ending the federal shutdown
Maine’s junior senator and former two-term governor, who often polls as the state’s most popular politician, is in an unfamiliar spot.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Which other Democrats might get in Maine’s 2nd District race?
One new candidate, Jordan Wood, has already announced a 2nd District run since U.S. Rep. Jared Golden dropped out of the race last week. State Sen. Joe Baldacci of Bangor confirmed he’s considering a run, too.
Posted inMaine, News
Lewiston completes plan for overhauling Simard-Payne park
Officials will now attempt to fund and implement the changes as the city hopes to increase community use of Lewiston’s riverfront area.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Federal CDL change leaves Maine’s immigrant drivers — and employers — in limbo
New restrictions have led to a scramble at Greater Portland Metro, which halted a training program coordinated by Portland Adult Education and said more than 10% of its drivers are at risk of losing their commercial licenses.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Manslaughter trial for death of child in Knox County ends with a hung jury
Aziayh Scott, 24, had pleaded not guilty to a manslaughter charge related to the death of a toddler in 2024.
Posted inMaine, News
5 people injured in 2-car Minot crash involving fallen tree
All five were taken to a hospital on Wednesday morning with non-life-threatening injuries.
Posted inMaine, News
Federal shutdown creates uncertainty for Maine cancer patient struggling to stay warm
Harsh winters used to be no problem for Baileyville resident Gerard Berry, then he got sick with stomach cancer, lost weight and burned more fuel trying to stay warm.
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Help decide the future of Lewiston’s historic Red Shop
An open house will be held Nov. 19 to discuss potential uses for the building in Simard-Payne Park.