The 30-second spot marks a new, more aggressive phase of the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate. Platner’s campaign called it a ‘desperate attempt for relevance from the governor.’
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Sophia’s House in Lewiston celebrates reopening of women’s day center
Sophia’s House, which offers transitional housing and other services to women in need, has brought back its day center twice per week.
What do you do for fun in the lull between winter and spring?
We want to know how you pass the time when snow has melted, but there’s still a chill in the air.
METLN wins several awards in New England Better Newspaper Competition
The Portland Press Herald took home first place honors in housing news and advertising categories.
Here are the Senate and Maine governor candidates who qualified for June primaries
The governor’s race is down to 18 candidates, including 5 Democrats and 8 Republicans. And in the 1st District, U.S. Rep. Chellie Pingree won’t face a Democratic primary challenger after all.
Brunswick police officer charged with assault
Nathan Day was charged in West Bath District Court on Monday, according to the Office of the Maine Attorney General.
Maine lawmakers face tough budget questions on creating a SNAP contingency fund
The proposal from House Speaker Ryan Fecteau, D-Biddeford, faces the tall task of getting funded before the Legislature adjourns next month.
Rainy day in Maine: Locals get outdoors despite wet conditions
Maine Trust for Local News photographers focus on those who brave the weather.
UMF hosting Blue Crew robotics team for 2026 season
The University of Maine at Farmington is hosting the Blue Crew Robotics Team this season, giving the regional high school program a dedicated workspace on campus.
Work continues to repair broken watermain in Paris
Workers said the main likely froze and broke over the winter and then burst as the ground thawed this week.