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Bangor Daily News

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Old Town economic development director quits after less than a year

Amy Collinsworth quit to “pursue an opportunity for advancement in my field,” according to her resignation letter.

Old Town, ME · 7h

wabi.tv

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Maine Forest Service seeks help after illegal dump sites found

MAINE (WABI) - The Maine Forest Service is asking for help after finding two illegal dump sites in Wesley. Rangers said someone left items on a logging road off of Route 192. The items found include tires, two grills and some other large items. Ranger Ryan Maker is looking for...

Howland, ME · 13h

Country Herald

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Northern Maine Weather Alert: Snow Possible Nov. 12–14

Coastal storm could bring late-week snow, but an offshore track may limit precipitation.

Maine · 7h

I-95 FM

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Mud, Rain, A Championship For Old Town, And Madison Gaetani Says Yes To Jarred Spencer

Mud, rain, and a regional title for the Old Town Coyotes. Then flowers, a banner, and Jarred Spencer down on one knee for Madison Gaetani. She said yes.

Old Town, ME · 1d

hoodline.com

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DC Gala Honors Maine Prison Chief Who Once Visited His Jailed Father

A Grammy-winning voice, a standing ovation, and a quarter-century of mission work converged recently at the Duke Ellington School of the Arts in Washington, D.C., where the U.S. Dream Academy celebrated its 25th Annual Power of a Dream Gala. The nonprofit, which supports children of incarcerated parents and young people in underserved communities, used the night to honor leaders it says have shaped that mission, while singer Regina Belle delivered a performance that organizers say stopped the room.

Washington, DC · 2d

We Are Aroostook

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Maine High School Football Playoff Scores From A Rainy Friday Night Across The State

Old-school playoff football in the rain and mud Friday. Orono and Yarmouth are your 8-Man regional champs. Full Friday scores from across Maine.

Maine · 2d

Yahoo!

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Popular Washington County trail reopens after more than year

One of Washington County's most popular preserves has reopened. The Boot Head Preserve in Lubec officially reopened last week after a year-and-a-half restoration project. The Maine Coast Heritage Trust announced the reopening, highlighting the trail's natural beauty. Those who visit the preserve can enjoy many different ecosystems ranging from spruce and fir forests, a coastal peat bog, beaches, and views of the coastline.

Washington County, ME · 1d

WEKU

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One air ambulance service rethinks what it takes to practice medicine in the sky

Air medical service comes with high risks, high costs, and staffing struggles. To reduce turnover and serve rural patients, LifeFlight of Maine is putting the needs of healthcare workers first.

Maine · 1d

Bangor Daily News

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Bristol solar project fined $94K for environmental violations

According to the settlement, erosion control measures at Overlook Solar Partner's 5 megawatt solar site failed in 2022.

Maine · 1d

The National Law Review

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Weekly Bankruptcy Alert for the week ending November 8, 2026

Covering reported business bankruptcy filings in Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island, and Chapter 11 bankruptcy filings in New York and Delaware listing assets of more than $1 million. Because your business extends beyond the borders of a single state, ours does too. Today, we are a multi-disciplinary team of highly creative, hard working, responsive, business savvy and experienced bankruptcy and creditors’ rights professionals serving you from offices located in four New England states and the District of Columbia. Chapter 1 Debtor Name Business Type 1 Bankruptcy Court Assets Liabilities Filing Date ANA Properties LLC (Jamaica Plain, MA) Not Disclosed Boston (MA) $1,000,001 to $10 million $1,000,001 to $10 million 11/2/26 Worcester RE Investments LLC (Worcester, MA) Not Disclosed Worcester (MA) $500,001 to $1 million $100,001 to $500,000 11/3/26 Mrs. Moriconi’s, Ltd. (Worcester, MA) Dairy Product Manufacturing Worcester (MA) $50,001 to $100,000 $500,001 to $1 million 11/4/26 Project 212 Central Ave LLC (Boston, MA) Lessors of Real Estate Boston (MA) $1,000,001 to $10 million $1,000,001 to $10 million 11/6/26 Cerca Trova Restaurant Group Holdings, Inc. 2 (San Diego, CA) Restaurants and Other Eating Places Wilmington (DE) $0 to $50,000 $100,000,001 to $500 million 11/2/26 Ragnar RTB, LLC (Salt Lake

New Hampshire · 10h

whoopie1009.com

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LePage Win in Maine District 2 Defies National Trend

Maine’s 2nd District will be one of only three U.S. House races thus far in last Tuesday’s election to flip from Democrat to Republican control if expected results are confirmed. The race is going to a ranked choice runoff although Democrat Matt Dunalp has already conceded the contest...

Maine · 1d

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7 Things That Happen Inside a Maine Wreath Factory Every November

In 2011, an experienced wreath maker in Washington County could turn out 150 to 200 wreaths in a day. Here’s what happens inside a Maine wreath factory every November. Whitney Wreath, which runs a wreath factory in Machias, expected to buy more than 1 million pounds of tips in 2012.

Washington County, ME · 2d

The Tonic Edit

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Maine Households of Four With Up to $73,213 in Yearly Income Can Apply for Heating Aid Through May 29, and Crisis Fuel Help Opened Nov. 1

Maine households of four with gross yearly income up to $73,213 can apply for HEAP through May 29, and crisis fuel help opened Nov. 1, MaineHousing says.

Maine · 13h

WPFO

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Aldi proposes second Maine location in North Windham

WINDHAM (WGME) -- Maine could soon have its second Aldi store. The company is looking to set up shop in North Windham, near the Walmart and McDonald's. The planning board is taking up the application Monday night, which would demolish a building down the street from McDonald's to make room for a 19,000 square-foot store.

Windham, ME · 7h

Bangor Daily News

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Maine drought conditions persist despite rainy weekend

As of Monday, Nov. 9, a week-old wildfire along the Maine-New Hampshire border had burned 821 acres and was only 29% contained.

Maine · 6h

Doggo Digest

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Maine Dims Public Lights to Protect Wildlife from Pollution

Artificial Glow Disrupts Wild Lives (Image Credits: Upload.wikimedia.org) Maine – State lawmakers recently enacted a measure to curb artificial light from public fixtures, aiming to shield birds, insects, and other wildlife from its disruptive effects.[1] Artificial Glow Disrupts Wild Lives Numerous studies highlight how constant artificial lighting alters the behavior of nocturnal species. Birds become … The post Maine Dims Public Lights to Protect Wildlife from Pollution appeared first on Doggodigest .

Maine · 2d

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Maine’s young Catholics are flocking to the church’s Latin Mass

In a haze of incense, as colored light filtered through stained glass windows, congregants filled the pews of Portland’s St. Joseph Oratory on a recent Sunday. The men and women, many besuited or veiled, smiled as a toddler’s voice rang out from the choir loft, his singing louder than anyone else’s. Like almost all of the rest of the hour-and-a-half service, the hymn was in Latin.

Portland, ME · 10h

The Financial Wire

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Maine’s Public Advocate warns that low-income utility customers can end up paying more if they sign up for community solar offers

Maine’s Public Advocate is warning that low-income electric customers can end up paying more if they sign up for community solar offers. Public Advocate Heather Sanborn said in an Oct. 21 letter to community solar companies that “our office is concerned that some Maine ratepayers may be being misled.” Her point is that a discount... The post Maine’s Public Advocate warns that low-income utility customers can end up paying more if they sign up for community solar offers appeared first on The Financial Wire .

Maine · 1d

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Adoptive and Foster Families of Maine sets Nov. 13 deadline for Christmas gift sign-ups

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) - Families who are fostering, adopting or raising a relative’s child have until Friday, Nov. 13, to sign up for help with Christmas gifts from Adoptive and Foster Families of Maine. The organization is asking community members to sponsor gifts for children. Reporter Megan Waceken...

Aroostook County, ME · 7h