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Maine Officials Prepare to Block Federal Interference and Voter Intimidation at Polls

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); AUGUSTA, MAINE — Maine election officials are preparing for an unusually large federal presence ahead of the Nov. 3 midterm election, updating law-enforcement training and emphasizing restrictions designed to prevent voter intimidation or interference at polling places. The Justice Department plans to send election monitors to Portland, Lewiston and South Portland as part of a nationwide deployment of roughly 1,000 monitors. DOJ officials say the monitors will observe for potential violations of federal law, take notes and report concerns, but will not interact with voters or interfere with voting. Secretary of State Shenna Bellows said Maine will enforce state rules governing observers. Training materials distributed to law enforcement also cite federal statutes restricting armed federal civil or military officers from polling locations. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Concerns intensified after complaints that individuals were aggressively filming and questioning voters near an early-voting location in Lewiston. Bellows said voters should be able to cast ballots without being watched, questioned or harassed because of their race or ethnicity. Federal election monitoring itself is not unprecedented. Bellows noted that monitors were present during Maine’s 2024 congressional elections and said similar observers will be deployed across all 50 states

Maine · 9d

Bangor Daily News

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Historic downtown Bangor building to be turned into 14 studio apartments

The project is an example of how housing can be created in existing buildings rather than built from scratch and can revive historically significant properties.

Bangor, ME · 11d

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What’s the Tea Tuesday: Jon Fetherston and Joe Sokol Are Asking Questions Maine Cannot Afford to Ignore

When millions of taxpayer dollars are flowing through government-funded organizations, asking where that money went should be expected. Visiting an agency, examining its records, questioning its operators, and demanding answers from public officials are fundamental parts of investigative journalism. Yet too often, the reporter becomes the target while the questions about the money remain unanswered.

Maine · 11d

We Are Aroostook

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Inside Edition Spotlights Maine's Cryptozoology Collection, Largest Of Its Kind

Bangor's new home for cryptozoology enthusiasts, The International Cryptozoology Museum, featured on national newsmagazine show.

Bangor, ME · 11d

The Maine Monitor

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At the heart of a debate over a new jail in Penobscot County is a question of who should be incarcerated

Prisoners’ medical and behavioral health needs are at the center of a debate over plans to build a new jail in Penobscot County. County officials say a new, larger jail is necessary to meet the needs of the people in their custody, the majority of whom struggle with mental illness, addiction or both. The proposal follows previous efforts by the county to build a new jail in Bangor, and a group of concerned citizens is fighting against the latest plan, arguing that the money should instead be directed at preventing incarceration.

Penobscot County, ME · 10d

I-95 FM

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Stillwater River Trail Of Lights Returns To Orono. Free Holiday Tradition Draws Thousands To The Area

Orono's Stillwater River Trail of Lights kicks off December 4th with a completely redesigned display featuring new overhead lighting and expanded photo areas. Last year alone, the free trail drew thousands of people to the area.

Orono, ME · 10d

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L.L.Bean Is Turning Maine Into a Holiday Wonderland

When was the last time that you visited LL Bean?

Freeport, ME · 10d

The Maine Monitor

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Maine banned cellphones in schools to help teens focus and connect. Teachers and students say it’s working

Jonathan Bisson walked through the double doors at Brunswick High School for his first day of the academic year in August. As a senior, the hallways felt familiar — except for a white, rectangular box by the door of his first class.

Brunswick, ME · 11d

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Bangor early voters share top election concerns

Bangor-area voters explain why they chose early voting, with the economy, energy costs and homelessness among their concerns.

Bangor, ME · 10d

Bangor Daily News

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I promise I’ll stand with the people of Maine every time

“I’m just a working guy who’s tired of working Mainers being ignored.”

Maine · 10d

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Orono Town Council candidates discuss student concerns ahead of election

Election Day is approaching, which means Orono residents will soon decide which two of the four candidates running for Orono Town Council will secure seats. The candidates include incumbent Councilor Daniel Demeritt, Colleen Marzilli, Devon Biggie and Daniel LaPointe. In interviews with the Maine Campus, three of the four candidates...

Orono, ME · 10d

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Maine group questions who drove RSU 24 transgender student policy restricting access

Who urged RSU 24 board to pass the transgender policy quickly?. How many Maine school districts face lawsuits over transgender policies?. Why did RSU 24 citizen group claim the policy was 'remote control'?. A citizen group in RSU 24 near Ellsworth is raising questions about who drove the district’s controversial...

Ellsworth, ME · 11d

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Bangor credit union branch breaks ground at State Street and Broadway

BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - The County Federal Credit Union (CFCU) broke ground Tuesday morning on a new branch in Bangor. The branch is planned for the corner of State Street and Broadway. Bangor officials and others were at the site to see plans and congratulate CFCU Tuesday. The new location...

Bangor, ME · 10d

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Terwilliger Family Light Show brings Halloween magic — and holiday tradition — to Hancock County

ELLSWORTH, Maine (WABI) - Halloween lights, music and community spirit are shining bright in Ellsworth. The Terwilliger Family Light Show runs Friday through Sunday, drawing crowds for a free, music-synced show like no other. From 48 channels to 38,000. Bob Terwilliger says it started in his childhood with old-fashioned string...

Ellsworth, ME · 10d

Bangor Daily News

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Canadian steamship torpedoed by Nazi U-boat discovered off MDI

More than 40 people died when the SS Cornwallis sank.

Hancock, ME · 11d

Bangor Daily News

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Holden-area voters to decide whether to close school or risk $670K fee

Eddington Elementary School is one of three school buildings in the district.

Holden, ME · 10d

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Rick Bennett campaigns by walking through Maine communities

CAMDEN -- Independent candidate for governor Rick Bennett has been walking through Maine communities. Today he spoke with potential voters about his candidacy during a stop in Camden for his 'For a Better Maine ' tour. Bennett said his goal is to interact with people who may not attend events...

Maine · 9d

Maine Morning Star

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Outside groups spending millions to oust state lawmakers up for reelection

With Maine’s entire state Legislature up for election in November, even incumbent lawmakers aren’t safe in their reelection bids. With outside groups — that don’t have to disclose their donors — increasing their involvement in state elections, the legislative districts with the most outside spending feature lawmakers up for reelection. According to data from the […]

Maine · 8d

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Election Special offers detailed conversations with candidates in hotly-contested senate race

We are days away from one of the most consequential elections in modern history. And one of, if not the most watched, national races is unfolding right here in Maine. Troy Jackson and incumbent Susan Collins have squared off in multiple debates, but we take a different approach: detailed, one-on-one conversations with each of these candidates.

Maine · 9d

Bangor Daily News

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State funding is lagging behind the University of Maine System’s growing costs

Maine is sending more money than ever to the University of Maine System, but it isn’t keeping up with the system’s rising costs.

Maine · 9d