In addition to requiring a photo ID while casting a ballot, the initiative would make it harder to vote absentee and add requirements for municipal elections workers.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine business owners brace for summer hiring season amid uncertainty
President Donald Trump’s rhetoric about Canada and high tariffs have many proceeding cautiously.
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Posted inBusiness, Franklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser
Livermore Falls foreclosed properties to be listed with real estate agent
Attempts to sell some properties by sealed bids were not successful.
Posted inHearts of Pine, Leslie Bridgers, Maine, Things to Do
You don’t have to like soccer to enjoy the Hearts of Pine | Column
Wondering whether it’s worth going to a game? If you like food, drink and a fun atmosphere, you won’t regret it.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine
Miss Maine crowned as pageant receives national attention
Shelby Howell of Bangor won the crown from a field that included the pageant’s first openly transgender contestant and the girlfriend of Bill Belichick. The former Patriots coach was in the audience Sunday.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Maine’s college graduates of 2025 walk across the stage to their next chapter
As we enter graduation season, here are photos of some of the newest alumni of Maine’s colleges and universities. In tasseled caps and long robes, graduates from institutions including Maine College of Art & Design, Husson University and University of Maine schools walked across the stage over the weekend, entering the next chapter of their lives.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Dam safety reforms considered by Maine lawmakers
The measures include bolstering the state’s enforcement actions, expanding mapping efforts and updating the pay scale for Maine’s chief dam inspector.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Pressure is on to extend ACA subsidies as premium hikes loom
The enhanced tax credits, first approved in 2021, would expire at the end of the year if Congress fails to act.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Lewiston’s new administrator wants people to believe in City Hall
More than a year after Heather Hunter’s controversial exit, Lewiston has a new city administrator. Bryan Kaenrath’s enthusiasm is energizing staff and constituents.
Posted inMaine, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal
Dr. Nirav Shah urges UMF graduates to consider ‘what we owe each other’ at commencement
Despite being forced inside by inclement weather, the University of Maine at Farmington recognized its class of 2025 with 3 ceremonies.