Republican challenger Austin Theriault’s campaign ended the recount, which began Monday, after questions about certain towns’ results were answered, leaving the outcome of the race unchanged.
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‘Breakdown in Maine’ a FRONTLINE documentary on the Lewiston mass shooting
The documentary investigates the deadliest mass shooting in Maine history and the missed opportunities to prevent it. It airs 8 p.m. tonight on Maine Public Television.
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Maine finalizes rules for new paid family leave program
The state will begin collecting a 1% payroll tax in January, and benefits will be paid out starting in 2026.
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Newly elected Maine Legislature takes oath, elects officers
Attorney General Aaron Frey and Secretary of State Shenna Bellows won reelection to their posts Wednesday after Democrats, who have majorities in both the House and Senate, met Tuesday to cast a preliminary vote on nominations.
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New Legislature to consider limits on vague placeholder bills
The increased use of so-called concept drafts that allow lawmakers to withhold details about pending legislation has generated criticism from the public, advocates and lawmakers alike.
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Parents seeking new beginnings turn to Toy Fund for help
The Toy Fund, using the donations from readers, will make sure children don’t miss out on the simple joys of the holidays because their parents had the courage to make a new start.
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Maine’s infrastructure gets mediocre grades in latest report card
Maine got a C for its infrastructure overall, up slightly from the C-minus it earned in the last report card, released in 2020.
Posted inFranklin, News
Kingfield board hears concerns after changing parking regulations
‘NO PARKING’ signs have been posted in the village to ensure public safety.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
SeniorsPlus launches $5.5 million capital campaign for new program building
The new building will provide more space to operate its programs out of as the organization is expecting need for its services to only increase in the future.
Posted inFranklin, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal
Franklin County commission passes unorganized territory budget
County Administrator Amy Bernard announced that sheriff’s Sgt. Nathan Bean will retire after 27 years of service on Dec. 14.