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Bangor Daily News

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Uplifting sign at Red Barn in Augusta leads to misconception over political message

Trever Benedict of The Red Barn in Augusta posted what he meant as an inspiring message, but others thought it referred to the election.

Augusta, ME · 2d

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 · 2d

B98.5

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Camp Out Hunger 2026 Shatters Expectations in Central Maine

I knew Camp Out Hunger 2026 was going to be a big one, but I don't think any of us realized just HOW big.

Maine · 5h

nbcboston.com

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Bedbugs force Maine middle school to close for four days

Medomak Middle School in Waldoboro, Maine, is closed for four days after bedbugs were found in the building, according to NBC affiliate News Center Maine. In a letter the district sent to parents, RSU 40 Superintendent Daniel Welch wrote that "several" bugs were found Wednesday. He said there is no sign of an infestation, but the district is bringing in professionals to treat the entire school as a precaution.

Waldoboro, ME · 2d

The Maine Monitor

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Mobile home residents prevail in lot rent ordinance votes

Voters in eight towns overwhelmingly approved ordinances on Tuesday, Nov. 3, restricting how much mobile home park owners can raise lot rents. The decisions in Augusta, Eliot, Farmington, Jay, Oakland, Standish, Wells and Wiscasset bring the total number of municipalities in Maine with lot rent restrictions to 16. Another city, Lewiston, will decide later this month whether to adopt an ordinance by city council vote.

Augusta, ME · 5d

lcnme.com

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Characters of the County: John Blodgett Serves His Town and Country

When John Blodgett enlisted in the Marine Corps during his senior year at Medomak Valley High School in 1983, before he was even 18, he did not expect to be in the service for the next 21 years. In fact, up to a few months before he enlisted, Blodgett did not really know what the Marines were, let alone plan to become one.

Lincoln County, ME · 1d

WGME

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Hallowell police chief withdraws opposition to popular bar renewing its liquor license

HALLOWELL (WGME) -- A popular bar in Hallowell has faced controversy over its liquor license. The Quarry Tap Room wants to renew its license, which expires November 28, but the police chief has opposed that, citing safety issues. Now though, the police chief says he's ready to withdraw his opposition.

Hallowell, ME · 18h

Ultimate Maine

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Maine Lands In Top 10 Most Charitable States In America

What is your favorite charity to support?

Maine · 1d

WPFO

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Ranked-choice voting tabulation begins in Maine's 2nd District race

AUGUSTA, Maine (WGME) -- The ranked-choice voting tabulation process began on Monday in the race for Maine’s Second Congressional District despite Democrat Matt Dunlap conceding to Republican Paul LePage. The process got underway at 10 a.m. at the Maine Department of Public Safety Headquarters in Augusta. The Secretary of...

Maine · 1d

The Maine Monitor

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Gardiner City Council declares former Merrill Manor a dangerous building

GARDINER — After hearing neighbors complain about break-ins and decades of neglect, and the fire chief ordering his crew not to go inside because of the risk, the Gardiner City Council voted unanimously Nov. 4 to label the former Merrill Manor a dangerous building and order it demolished if it is not rehabilitated within 30 days.

Gardiner, ME · 1d

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The Maine Running Hall of Fame inducts its class of 2026 and recognizes a Bangor race

AUGUSTA -- Runners from across the state were honored as trailblazers for the sport in Augusta on Sunday, well past the finish line. For nearly forty years the Maine Running Hall of Fame has been recognizing current and former athletes and coaches, who have had an impact on the sport.

Bangor, ME · 1d

mainebiz.biz

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Portland Water District secures $8.1M to protect Sebago Lake

Portland Water District was awarded an $8.1 million grant to lead a regional watershed protection initiative safeguarding Sebago Lake, a drinking water source for more than 200,000 people. The money came from the Regional Conservation Partnership Program of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service. Additional financing comes...

Portland, ME · 1d

wgan.com

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Gov. Mills, Governor-Elect Hannah Pingree Meet in Augusta to Discuss Transition

AUGUSTA, Maine — Governor-elect Hannah Pingree met with outgoing Governor Janet Mills on Friday at the State House and the Blaine House to begin planning the upcoming transition of power, tackling a range of pressing fiscal challenges and legislative priorities ahead of her inauguration. Pingree will serve as Maine’s...

Maine · 3d

WGME

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South Portland School Board votes down proposed ban on generative AI

SOUTH PORTLAND (WGME) -- The South Portland School Board has voted down a proposed ban on generative AI for the remainder of the school year. The moratorium would have prohibited students in pre-K through eighth grade from using the technology for assignments, while requiring staff to undergo special training. While...

South Portland, ME · 13h

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PETA puts plant-based twist on Thanksgiving in Portland

Thanksgiving got a plant-based twist in Portland on Saturday as animal rights organization PETA gave away dozens of free vegan turkey roasts, according to the organization. Supporters dressed as colorful autumn maple leaves gathered at Congress Square Park at noon to distribute the roasts and encourage residents to celebrate Thanksgiving without eating turkey.

Portland, ME · 2d

Bangor Daily News

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Developer revives data center plan for old Maine paper mill

The developer plans to file a site location permit and an air emission license application with the Department of Environmental Protection.

Maine · 1d

WGME

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Lewiston syringe service program to be more tightly enforced

LEWISTON, Maine (WGME) -- Lewiston's syringe service program will face stricter rules after voters approved changes to the program during last week's midterm election. About 59% of Lewiston voters supported the ordinance, which requires a one-for-one syringe exchange and limits individuals to 20 clean syringes per day. The ordinance also...

Lewiston, ME · 1d

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New program will help people in Maine get to school, work, appointments and more

PORTLAND, Maine (WMTW) - The United Way is launching a new pilot project in Maine to help people get to appointments, work, school and more. The program is called Keep ME Moving and is funded thanks to support from the John T. Gorman Foundation. The program will help people pay for small car repairs, bus passes, and Lyft rides.

Maine · 23h

The Maine Monitor

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How the blue wave reached a conservative part of Maine’s White Mountains

Daniel O’Connor is a Report for Americacorps member who covers rural government as part of the partnership between The Maine Monitor and the Bangor Daily News, with additional support from BDN and Monitor readers.

Maine · 21h