Political scientists say the 2nd Congressional District has shifted to the right in recent years amid broader polarization across the U.S.
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Maine Republican Billy Bob Faulkingham teases 2026 announcement
The lobsterman from Winter Harbor didn’t indicate whether he was eyeing the US Senate, US House of Representatives or governor’s race.
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Gov. Mills, housing advocates say Trump administration cuts to homeless programs put hundreds at risk
Maine could lose $13.5 million in housing assistance funds, putting more than 1,200 currently in stable housing at risk, under new directives from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
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Maine Rep. Laurel Libby won’t seek office in 2026, forms federal and state PACs
The Auburn Republican, who was thought to be a leading candidate for governor, said she’ll launch a network of organizations to educate and mobilize conservatives in Maine, including turning out voters for US Sen. Susan Collins.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Aroostook County loses trans-friendly primary care
Health experts say Maine Family Planning’s clinics were northern Maine’s safest option for transgender patients.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Flu season may be worse this year, Maine experts warn
This year’s flu shot may not be an exact match for circulating strains, but public health experts say to get vaccinated anyway.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Rural Maine libraries fear loss of services if new standards are approved
A proposal would require libraries to expand hours and pay their directors to bring them into compliance and maintain certain services. Many small libraries with all-volunteer staffs say that’s impossible.
Posted inBusiness, Food, Maine, News
Maine restaurant owners blame staffing challenges on housing shortage
Business owners say they can’t afford to pay workers the high wages necessary to keep up with rising housing prices, and even when they can, there’s nowhere for employees to live.
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Crash involving hair salon in Lewiston leaves 1 dead, several injured
Two vehicles collided on Lisbon Street as a result of an improper lane change, police said.
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Where to buy Maine-made sweet treats for the holidays
Let Maine’s best bakers and confectioners take some stress out of the season for you.