Lisbon
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Bowdoin students gear up for Election Day
From the highly anticipated Senate race between Republican Sen. Susan Collins of Maine and Troy Jackson to Brunswick local elections, there are many candidates to choose from in this year’s election cycle. As Election Day approaches on Nov. 3, the Bowdoin community is working hard to prepare. Bowdoin Votes...
portlandoldport.com
The Weekday Guide: November 2nd-6th, 2026
A new month means a fresh lineup of things to do in Portland! Get an early start on the holiday season with the opening of the Wreath Bar in Old Port Square, catch live music from Blue October, Hot Mulligan, and local favorites, or head to Portland Stage for Rooted. With ballet, film screenings, community events, and First Friday Art Walk in the mix, there’s plenty to fill your calendar this week!
mainepublic.org
CMP says Portland area needs $547M upgrade amid pushbacks
Central Maine Power is pushing the need for a proposed half-billion dollar transmission upgrade around Portland amid growing opposition to the construction plan from some local residents. CMP's Senior Director of Integrated Systems Planning Chris Morin said the proposal is aimed at upgrading power lines and substations in northern Portland...
thewindhameagle.com
Voters casting ballots on three separate referendums in Windham
Voters are casting ballots on three separate town referendums in Windham in the Nov. 3 election and each one carries significance for residents if passed. The first referendum modifies the Windham Town Charter to curtail the annual town meeting held every June on a Saturday where the municipal budget is discussed and voted on by residents. It instead changes municipal budget approval to a public vote held on Maine Primary Day on the second Tuesday in June. This would coincide with the annual RSU 14 school budget voting.
WGME
'Not getting anything': Whitefield residents say they haven't received mail in weeks
WHITEFIELD (WGME) - It's something you always expect to be there when you need it, but people who live in one central Maine town say it's not coming. In Whitefield, some say they are not getting their mail, or when they do get it, the deliveries are few and far between.
New England Today
2026 New England Holiday Gift Guide
As the calendar unwinds and the holiday season is upon us, it’s time to check the list for gifts to share with our loved ones. Do you often find that once the pressure is on, the ideas are harder and harder to come by? Make it easy this year with our collection of holiday gift guide ideas that bring home a taste of New England and are sure to delight.
bowdoinorient.com
Voter guide for the Maine 2026 General Election
On November 3, Maine voters will head to the polls to elect a new governor, a United States. senator, United States representatives, members of the state legislature and municipal officials. With control of Congress at stake and Governor Janet Mills having reached the consecutive term limit, this year’s midterm elections will shape Maine’s political representation at the local, state and federal levels.
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WGME
Lawsuit claims military prototype overstaying storage contract in Portland
PORTLAND, Maine (WGME) -- A boat that looks more like a spaceship is sitting in a Portland boatyard along Commercial Street, and now the boatyard is suing its owners for tens of thousands of dollars. According to court documents, the vessel, known as the MV Ghost, is a 68-foot-long prototype...
mainebiz.biz
Maine’s housing shortage will be the focus of upcoming Portland conference
The Maine Affordable Housing Coalition will bring together housing industry leaders, researchers, advocates, policymakers, philanthropists and community members on Nov. 9 for its annual conference. “Housing is the single biggest burden facing Maine’s families and working people today,” said Laura Mitchell, executive director of the coalition. “As rents soar and...
WPFO
Rumford homeowners brace for possible 30 percent increase in property taxes
RUMFORD (WGME) – Homeowners in Rumford are bracing for what's expected to be a 30 percent increase in their property taxes. Some older homeowners on fixed incomes are urging town leaders to cut the city's budget instead. "I think they better cut back on everything,” Rumford homeowner Jean DeSalle...