Fiber expansion is reshaping western Maine’s infrastructure, bringing high-speed internet to rural communities, while the data center is expected to bring a new boost.
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Posted inElections, Maine, Nation / World, New England, News, Politics
Pro-Collins super PAC launches $2M attack ad against Graham Platner
Pine Tree Results’ ad buy highlights Platner’s old internet comments about sexual assault, lobstermen and rural white Americans.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine, Things to Do
9 fun things to do at a Portland Sea Dogs game
Besides watching the games, fans can see fireworks, collect bobbleheads, sing and dance, climb on a fire engine or dress like Batman.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News, Politics
Uptake of Maine’s new red flag law has been slow — but advocates aren’t worried
Just four red flag orders have been filed since the law went into effect on Feb. 21, while law enforcement has completed 86 yellow flag orders.
Posted inBusiness, Community, Maine, News, The Bethel Citizen, The Rangeley Highlander
Affordability of rural airports up in the air as communities mull economic return
Small-town airfields fuel tourism and access but most rely on taxpayers to stay open.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Republican candidates for governor rally crowd on final day of state convention
Republicans running for governor focused on cutting taxes and improving affordability, and took plenty of jabs at state Democrats and Gov. Janet Mills.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
InterMed will no longer accept Martin’s Point Medicare Advantage insurance, starting in 2027
About 4,500 InterMed patients will be affected, according to the healthcare provider.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Paul LePage: Democrats ‘want to permanently put you in economic slavery’
The former governor, who is running for the 2nd Congressional District seat, and U.S. Sen. Susan Collins were among the speakers at the 2026 Maine Republican State Convention on Friday.
Posted inMaine, News, Outdoors
What to expect at Acadia and Maine’s state parks this year
Some changes are coming this year, like higher fees and new facilities.