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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

WGME

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

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

mainepublic.org

Voters in 8 Maine towns approved measures capping or freezing mobile home lot rents

Voters in eight Maine towns approved measures on Election Day that will cap or freeze lot rent increases for mobile home park residents. Most residents own their mobile homes but not the land underneath them. And as more out of state corporations have purchased Maine mobile home parks recently, many residents are facing drastic rent increases.

Maine · 2d

sacobaynews.com

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

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

sacobaynews.com

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

sacobaynews.com

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

WPFO

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

mooseheadnews.com

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

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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

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

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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

harpswellanchor.org

Harpswell Aging at Home shares its growth and success at state public health conference

Harpswell Aging at Home was honored to be chosen as one of the presenters at the Maine Public Health Association’s annual conference on Oct. 1. The theme of the conference was “Nourish to Flourish: Cultivating Healthy Communities for Today and the Future.” The event promoted a return to the basics of public health — focusing on essential needs, such as food systems, safety, housing, healthcare, and clean air and water.

Harpswell, ME · 1d

thewindhameagle.com

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

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

Maine Morning Star

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Lewiston becomes latest Maine city to restrict syringe service programs

Lewiston will become the state’s largest municipality to restrict syringe service programs, after a majority of voters on Tuesday opted to pass a referendum to bring back needle exchange limits. The successful citizen initiative reinstitutes a one-for-one needle exchange, mandating that syringe service providers can’t distribute more than 20 sterile syringes per person each day. […]

Lewiston, ME · 3d

mainebeacon.com

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

bowdoinorient.com

Professor Vladimir Douhovnikoff talks future of the Brunswick Dam

On Thursday, Associate Professor of Biology Vladimir Douhovnikoff and science chair of FreeTheAndro gave a talk in the Main Lounge of Moulton Union entitled “Androscoggin For All: Managing the Brunswick Dam to Better Serve the Common Good.” The talk was sponsored by the Association of Bowdoin Friends and occurred as the Brunswick Dam’s fifty year operating license is up for renewal.

Brunswick, ME · 3d

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