Three generations of Penobscot advocates are fighting to ensure students in Maine are taught about Indigenous tribes.
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Maine lawmakers debate making free community college permanent, this time at a lower cost
Changes proposed by Gov. Janet Mills would reduce the cost of the program that has been in place since 2022 by changing some eligibility requirements.
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Sanford isn’t just getting a data center, developer says
The ‘Sanford Woods Industrial and Technical Campus’ would cover more than 1,000 acres along and near the Mousam River.
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Wabanaki Nations, Mills are finding common ground
In the final chapter of the governor’s administration, she and tribal leaders are making progress on tribal priorities.
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New details emerge about proposed southern Maine data center
Local officials and stakeholders will appear before state lawmakers Thursday to discuss the project.
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Why Maine politicians could give themselves money for personal security
The shootings of elected officials and political figures around the country serve as the backdrop to 2 new proposals from Democrats.
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Hundreds of Maine schools are in disrepair. Many could become housing.
A proposed bill would establish a program to help towns turn vacant schools into apartments, but the legislation’s $5 million price tag could hinder efforts.
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Democratic National Committee chair to visit Maine ahead of special election
DNC Chair Ken Martin is hoping to rally support for Scott Harriman, who faces Republican Janet Beaudoin in a Feb. 24 state House race.
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Another data center proposed, this time in southern Maine
Sen. Matt Harrington tells fellow lawmakers that a proposal is ‘well along’ in the planning process, but details are scant.
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Former Rep. Jeff Evangelos, fierce advocate for criminal justice reform, dies at 73
Evangelos, I-Friendship, was known for his fiery speeches and his willingness to criticize both Democratic and Republican governors.