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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 · 9d

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Windham-Raymond School Board vote against naming school after children's advocate

WINDHAM (WGME) -- Windham's new middle school will not be named after a long-time child advocate in Maine. Wednesday night, the Windham-Raymond School Board voted against naming the school after Bill Diamond. They instead approved the name Windham-Raymond Middle School. Diamond, who died last year at 80, represented both Windham...

Windham, ME · 3d
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Maine Morning Star

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Several Maine towns approve data center moratoriums on local ballots

After Gov. Janet Mills vetoed a temporary statewide data center moratorium earlier this year, voters in several Maine towns approved local ordinances this week.  Voters in Peru, a town in Oxford County, approved a 180-day moratorium on data center development and permitting. The local ballot question received 578 votes in support and 182 against, according […]

Maine · 3d

seacoastoldies.com

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Life After Vietnam: A Local Veteran’s Perspective

Richard “Obie” O’Brien has jumped out of an airplane 23 times. Now 77, the Vietnam veteran has spent the last seven years pursuing a passion for skydiving, an unlikely pastime for a man who spent more than a year surrounded by the dangers of war. O’Brien took his first leap at age 70, following the loss of his wife, Sandra, during one of the most difficult periods of his life.

Springvale, ME · 3d
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New Hampshire Center for Public Interest Journalism

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Op-Ed: Protesters in Wolfeboro Saw Blue Wave Coming

Who knew that small, politically reddish Wolfeboro, by the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee, would prove to be a predictor of the Democratic blue wave that swept New Hampshire this week and the nation beyond?. WAPP did. Wolfeboro Area Peaceful Protesters, that is, an ad hoc gathering of 50 to 70...

Wolfeboro, NH · 2d

Bangor Daily News

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Gorham elects Maine’s 1st openly nonbinary state lawmaker

Seven Siegel, a Gorham town councilor, won 3,229 votes to serve Maine House District 109.

Gorham, ME · 4d

mainebeacon.com

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Voters pass mobile home park rent protections in eight Maine communities

Voters in eight Maine communities approved measures Tuesday to protect mobile home park residents from rising lot rents, marking a major victory for residents who have spent months organizing against escalating housing costs and corporate ownership. Every community with a measure on the ballot voted in favor of it, most by large margins.

Maine · 3d

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Local Flavor: Saco pub gets glow-up, Buy a vet a beer in Biddeford

Townhouse Pub at 5 Storer St., Saco, has been around for decades, and is described on its website as “Saco’s original watering hole.”. The pub has announced on social media that it just had “a serious glow up,” and will be reopening on Saturday, Nov. 7.

Biddeford, ME · 3d

Foster's Daily Democrat

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Dover waterfront home sells for $4.1M, tops Strafford County sales

The median price for single-family homes sold in Strafford County in October was $530,000, an increase from $519,999 in September. Adam Dean, principal broker/partner of Duston Leddy Real Estate , in a market analysis for October, said the market is slowing down. However, Dean said, well-priced homes in good shape can receive multiple offers, citing one property recently receiving seven offers. "That's still happening to properties of good value," said Dean. He said it will be interesting to see what happens in November following the midterm election. He noted the stock market "exploded" on Wednesday, Nov. 4, the day after the election. However, the market sustained large losses on Nov. 5. There were 24 Strafford County homes total sold in October in the $500,000-549,999 and $600,000-649,999 price ranges, according to a report provided by Dean. Dean also said it looks the market is getting a "slight bump" in the volume of listings. 3 HIGHEST-PRICED HOME SALES OF OCTOBER 74 Saddle Trail Drive, Dover: $4.1 million The most expensive home sold in the county in October was an "exceptional waterfront estate" at 74 Saddle Trail Drive for $4.1 million. The more than 5,000-square-foot home features five bedrooms and five bathrooms, a

Strafford County, NH · 3d

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Biddeford confirms appointment of new city manager

Laurie Smith has officially been named Biddeford’s new city manager. The City Council, with councilor Marc Lessard absent, unanimously confirmed Smith’s appointment Thursday night. Smith is currently the Kennebunk town manager, a position she’s held for 12 years. She will begin her new job as Biddeford city manager...

Biddeford, ME · 3d

Foster's Daily Democrat

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Dover finds new site for temporary warming center, with cots

DOVER — City officials announced the Veterans Building at 156 Back River Road will be used as a temporary emergency cold-weather warming center starting Nov. 15, instead of the McConnell Center cafeteria , and it will have cots for sleeping. The McConnell Center had been previously announced as the temporary site because of construction delays for the new Strafford County warming center , which is being built on County Farm Road. The new center won't be ready for the start of the 2026-27 season, which runs mid-November to mid-April. Dover officials previously said the McConnell Center cafeteria would not have offered beds or cots, only chairs, and members of the homeless population using that site would have to leave by 7 a.m. due to other operations in the building, which includes city and school offices and a daycare. The city-owned Veterans Building has room for cots, city officials announced. Strafford County’s contracted warming center operator, East Coast Evolution Leadership, will run the center at this location and the new center, when it opens. Officials stated the warming center is opened based on weather, as determined by the emergency management directors of Dover, Rochester and Somersworth, when extreme or severe weather

Dover, NH · 3d

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Veterans Day parade set for Wednesday in Saco and Biddeford

The communities of Biddeford and Saco will honor those who served in the U.S. Armed Forces at the annual Veterans Day parade on Wednesday, Nov. 11. This year’s parade begins at 10 a.m. at Saco City Hall and will travel down Main streets in Saco and Biddeford and will turn left on to Alfred Street in Biddeford. The parade will end at Veterans Memorial Park at the corner of Alfred and Pool streets with a closing ceremony around 11 a.m.

Biddeford, ME · 2d

sacobaynews.com

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Biddeford to implement pilot program to respond to homelessness and encampments

Biddeford will implement an encampment engagement and resolution team pilot program to better address homelessness encampments. A city leadership team proposed the pilot to respond to homelessness and encampments while reducing the burden on Public Works, Code Enforcement, and other municipal departments, according to a memo from the leadership team to the city council.

Biddeford, ME · 3d

mooseheadnews.com

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Run, Honor, and Explore: The 13th Annual Veterans Day 5K in Wells, Maine

Autumn crisp air brings exciting running events to our coastal region. Runners and walkers gather annually for a deeply meaningful […]. Autumn crisp air brings exciting running events to our coastal region. Runners and walkers gather annually for a deeply meaningful community tradition. One of the highlights is the Veterans Day 5K Wells Maine, which brings locals together in honour of service. Specifically, the Wells Chamber of Commerce hosts this fantastic gathering. Therefore, you should mark your calendars for a wonderful morning of fitness and patriotism.

Wells, ME · 3d

WPFO

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Housing experts say Maine should focus on making building easier

PORTLAND (WGME) -- Maine is facing a housing shortage, as home and rent prices continue to rise at an alarming rate. Experts say the solution to both problems is to make building easier. Housing advocacy group Maine Affordable Housing Coalition says Portland saw just 7 percent housing growth, but a...

Maine · 3d

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Questions Remain as Task Force Finishes Its Work

The task force developing land use controls for large industrial developments has wrapped up its work without addressing the thorny issue of low-level noise emanating from developments, such as data centers. The Industrial Development Standards Task Force presented its recommendations to city boards beginning this week. The package was first...

Sanford, ME · 3d

thewindhameagle.com

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Civil War reenactment group seeks new members

Windham and Raymond residents interested in history, military drill or experiencing what life was like during the Civil War have an opportunity to get involved with Company A, 3rd Maine Regiment Volunteer Infantry, a reenactment group seeking new members from the area. The organization portrays a Union Army company from...

Windham, ME · 3d

Yahoo!

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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 · 1d

mainebiz.biz

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Portland to map out growth, development in new 10-year plan

Portland city officials are developing a plan to guide growth and development in Maine’s largest city over the next decade. Portland’s Plan 2040 will shape city policy, investment and development over the next decade, addressing housing, economic growth, climate change, infrastructure and public spaces. “From the rising cost...

Portland, ME · 3d

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 · 1d