The referendum also asked voters if they also want a locally-funded larger gym and bleachers as well as a new outdoor learning center.
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Graham Platner’s campaign manager steps down, cites wife’s pregnancy
Although unrelated to recent controversies, Kevin Brown’s departure is the latest shake-up for the political newcomer’s insurgent bid for U.S. Senate.
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Electrical fire destroys lodge, store and residential spaces in Farmington
A cat died and four people were displaced Sunday at the Troll Valley Campground off Red Schoolhouse Road.
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Are 40% of homeless people veterans? | Fact brief
The number of homeless veterans fell 8% nationwide between 2023 and 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
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Telstar Girls Soccer win their first playoff game
Telstar came out strong, leading 4-0 at halftime and ultimately winning 5-2.
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Maine could vote on stripping protections for transgender students in 2026
The proposed initiative aims to enforce President Donald Trump’s stance on the culture-war issue that sparked a battle with Maine and has polled well for conservatives.
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5 things to do while you’re in Hallowell
The city has plenty of places where you can appreciate its natural beauty year round.
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These Maine students are sinking to the bottom
Three charts show how steep some testing declines have been.
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Leaders struggled to respond as more Maine students began to flounder
There is no consensus around why certain Maine kids are performing worse on tests, but losses may reflect deeper challenges facing Maine schools and families.
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Seeing more dead squirrels in Maine? It’s no 2018, but there is a spike | Column
The squirrel apocalypse seven years ago may have changed us forever.