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Maine joins 24 states suing Trump administration over expected lapse in SNAP benefits

The federal food assistance benefits are expected to be suspended starting Nov. 1 due to the ongoing federal government shutdown.

A line of debris including a wheel of an SUV lined the road between the truck and the vehicle.

The government shutdown means federal food assistance will not be paid in November, affecting 41 million recipients across the U.S.

In addition to state referendums, there will be additional ballot questions in communities from Rangeley to Rumford to Paris.

by Lou Marin October 28, 2025October 29, 2025

A large increase in food pantry usage is anticipated after the program once known as food stamps goes unfunded Nov. 1.

Josh Landry, of North Anson, has been carving since he was 16. His work even caught the attention of Stephen King.

Organizers are hoping to raise $7,000 for the restoration of the former Mystic Grange curtain, which will be given to Dirigo High School.

by Jon Bolduc October 28, 2025October 28, 2025

The Lewiston theater’s adaption of Stephen King’s bestseller shines with ‘astounding’ performances and New York quality set design.

The change is tied to the final cost of the project, which increased from about $15 million to nearly $17 million this year.