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Bangor Daily News

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Former chief deputy closes in on Hancock sheriff victory as challenger concedes

Corey Bagley is poised to be Hancock County’s next sheriff after rival Dakota Dupuis conceded Wednesday morning.

Hancock County, ME · 3d

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$10K grant powers major lighting overhaul at Ellsworth theater

ELLSWORTH, Maine (WABI) - A historic local venue is getting a modern upgrade. The Grand Theater in Ellsworth received a $10,000 grant from Versant Power to help overhaul its lighting system. Crews will replace more than 20 fixtures—some over 40 years old—with modern LED lights. Theater staff say...

Ellsworth, ME · 1d
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Bangor Daily News

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A long tradition of greeting our troops at BGR

COURTESY OF BANGOR INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT For more than three decades, one of Bangor’s proudest traditions has begun with a simple act: showing up. In 1991, thousands descended on Bangor International Airport to welcome home troops returning from Operation Desert Storm and support those deploying to areas of conflict. Veterans, families, students, scout groups, and neighbors […]

Bangor, ME · 2d

Bangor Daily News

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After years of trying, Ellsworth businessman picked for public office at 78

John Linnehan won one of two open School Board seats in a five-way race.

Ellsworth, ME · 2d

Bangor Daily News

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Bar Harbor finds an ally off MDI in its push for a local option tax

No local option tax initiatives have passed the Maine State Legislature, though different legislators have tried for decades.

Bar Harbor, ME · 2d

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Referendum vote for potential jail outside Bangor too close to call

BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - There is still a razor-thin margin Wednesday night in Penobscot County, where voters are still waiting on the final outcome of Question One. The referendum asks whether county commissioners can search outside of Bangor for a new potential jail site. Right now, “yes” leads by just...

Bangor, ME · 2d

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‘I was misled’: Maine Republican and Sen. Susan Collins supporter says she was tricked into appearing in a campaign ad for Democrat Troy Jackson as Senate race grows increasingly competitive

A Susan Collins supporter claims she was tricked into appearing in a campaign ad supporting Democratic Maine Senate challenger Troy Jackson. BY: MEGA A Maine Republican who supports Sen. Susan Collins claims she was tricked into appearing in a campaign advertisement backing Democratic challenger Troy Jackson as the state’s competitive Senate race heats up ahead of the midterm elections. Collins supporter says she was misled Kelly Kusnirak, a Scarborough resident, said she believed she was participating in an...

Maine · 8d

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Maine live results: 2026 governor’s election

Maine voters on Tuesday pick their next governor, with two-term incumbent Gov. Janet Mills (D) term limited and ineligible to seek reelection, in a race that has been somewhat overshadowed by the high-profile Senate contest in the state. Democrats are hoping to hold the Pine Tree State’s governor’s mansion with their nominee, former state House…

Maine · 4d

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Coalition reacts to referendum being re-submitted

STATEWIDE - The Coalition for Free and Fair Schools is continuing their opposition to the initiative they say is targeting Maine youth. "Protect Girls Sports " referendum was re-submitted today for the 2027 ballot. The Coalition says last winter the out- of -state paid signature collectors and the billionaire who...

Maine · 5d

The Hill

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Pingree wins Maine governor’s race

Former Maine House Speaker Hannah Pingree (D) was projected to defeat Republican Bobby Charles in the state’s gubernatorial race, according to Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ), with Pingree securing a third consecutive term for Democrats.  Pingree will succeed outgoing Democratic Gov. Janet Mills, who is term limited. She faced Charles, a former George W. Bush administration…

Maine · 3d

Bangor Daily News

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Former chief deputy has sizable lead in heated Hancock County sheriff’s race

Corey Bagley held nearly a 3,000-vote lead over Dakota Dupuis at around 1 a.m. Wednesday.

Hancock County, ME · 3d

Bangor Daily News

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Plan a visit to a Maine monument honoring our veterans

WRITTEN BY RICHARD SHAW Maine has to be among the most patriotic of all the 50 states. Every community seems to have a veterans’ roll of honor or monument from all wars, dating back to the American Revolution. The grave sites of those who served are sacred ground, decorated with flowers and U.S. flags by […]

Maine · 2d

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Regional School Consolidation Proposal Fails At The Polls Across Mount Desert Island Communities

A plan to combine eight separate school districts across Mount Desert Island and nearby communities into a single regional unit failed when three key towns voted against it.

Bar Harbor, ME · 3d

Bangor Daily News

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MDI voters reject long-discussed plan to reorganize school system

Bar Harbor, Mount Desert, Southwest Harbor and Tremont all voted against the plan, according to preliminary results.

Bar Harbor, ME · 3d

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🎄 MAINE, GET READY! L.L.Bean’s Magical Northern Lights Holiday Display Returns This Friday!

Make a little holiday magic part of your next Maine road trip! 🚗

Freeport, ME · 4d

Bangor Daily News

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Letter: Bangor doesn’t need more parking

"A 2025 downtown parking study found an excess amount of parking available compared to need."

Bangor, ME · 5d

Bangor Daily News

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Maine island turns shuttered nursing home into apartments at ‘almost unheard of’ cost

HomePort is converting a former Deer Isle nursing home into 23 housing units for older residents and essential workers.

Deer Isle, ME · 5d

Bangor Daily News

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Incumbent, newcomer elected to Orono Town Council

Daniel Demeritt and Colleen Marzilli were elected from a field of four candidates.

Orono, ME · 3d

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Rally against Iran War held in Bangor

Veterans and other opponents of the renewed bombing in Iran gathered Wednesday in West Market Square to march to Representative Jared Golden's office on State Street. The march was sponsored by the Peace and Justice Center for Eastern Maine, whose mission is engaging in community education to understand the root cause of militarism while amplifying diverse voices within the community.

Bangor, ME · 3d

Maine Morning Star

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LIVE UPDATES: Maine waits for results after polls close

Happy Election Day! As Mainers headed to the polls, Morning Star reporters fanned across the state to talk to voters and will be providing live updates throughout the evening as results come in.

Maine · 4d