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Fact Brief, Maine, News

Have billboards been banned in Maine since 1977? | Fact brief

by J. Craig Anderson October 1, 2025October 1, 2025

Just 4 states have broad bans on billboard advertisements in an effort to preserve their natural beauty.

Community, Maine, News, Politics

Maine property taxes are high. What can lawmakers do about it?

by Randy Billings September 25, 2025September 29, 2025

A new task force met for the first time to issue recommendations for easing the property tax burden. Finding a solution could be tricky.

Maine, News, Schools & Education

Maine law introduced by Kennebunk senator addresses student homelessness

by Sydney Richelieu September 24, 2025September 24, 2025

LD 384 went into effect on Sept. 24, granting Maine schools the ability to provide financial assistance for students experiencing a housing crisis.

Maine, News, Politics

Hundreds of new Maine laws take effect Wednesday. Here are a few to know.

by Rachel Ohm September 23, 2025September 24, 2025

They include protections against online harassment of children, changes to labeling requirements for abortion medication and a law that would make it easier for residents to purchase their mobile home parks.

Fact Brief, Maine, News

Did Maine abolish the death penalty in the 1800s? | Fact brief

by J. Craig Anderson September 17, 2025September 17, 2025

The state’s laws regarding capital punishment for various crimes have changed repeatedly throughout Maine’s history.

Health, Maine, News, Politics

How MaineCare has grown — and become a budget buster in the process

by Randy Billings September 14, 2025September 16, 2025

Lawmakers already plugged an unexpected $118 million deficit in the program this year. Cuts at the federal level may force tough decisions about services, eligibility and funding for next year and beyond.

Maine, News

Conflict prompts Hancock County DA to hand off elections case against Maine lawmaker

by Rachel Ohm September 8, 2025September 8, 2025

Authorities have released few details on the complaint against Rep. Nina Milliken, a Blue Hill Democrat who is charged with attempting to influence another person’s decision during an April election.