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Maine Weather Winter 2026/27: Freezing Temps Put Home Pipes at Risk in Portland

Maine homeowners are being encouraged to protect exposed plumbing, outdoor faucets and other vulnerable areas before colder winter temperatures become more persistent.

Portland, ME · 5d

Maine Morning Star

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Collins, Jackson make their closing appeals in Maine’s pivotal US Senate race

The communications equipment for Winthrop’s emergency dispatch network had been failing almost daily, leaving the roughly 18,000 people across Kennebec County who rely on it with unreliable service. So, the town manager reached out to U.S. Sen. Susan Collins.  Collins, from the helm of the Senate Appropriations Committee, walked them through the process to secure […]

Maine · 5d

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College students need to talk about politics

EDITORIAL: Tuesday, Nov. 3 is the big day. We are going to find out who will represent us in Washington and Augusta as Mainers. The influence and power that these political positions hold over your lives cannot be overstated. Sadly, it still seems that many students are unaware of the stakes and the candidates who lie in front of them. This is something that cannot continue. College students need to be aware of the world around them and the impact their decisions have — and they need to spread that awareness to others.

Augusta, ME · 5d
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Camden veterans, others go extra mile for human ashes left behind in house

Organized by members of American Legion Post 30, Camden, Legion members from around the state gathered in Augusta to pay final respects to a fellow veteran. (Photo by Sarah Thompson) Kennebec County Veterans Honor Guard provide a gun salute. (Photo by Sarah Thompson) Motorcycles belonging to Patriot Guard Riders are...

Camden, ME · 7d
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DOJ to send election monitors to 3 Maine communities

The Department of Justice is reportedly now sending election monitors to a third Maine community. The Maine Secretary of State’s Office says election monitors will now be sent to polling locations in South Portland as well as Lewiston and Portland. The three communities have each been notified that DOJ...

Portland, ME · 9d

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Portland Public Schools reconsiders policy on animals in classrooms

PORTLAND (WGME) – There are new concerns at Portland Public Schools when it comes to the district's policy on having animals in the classroom. One assistant superintendent wants to make sure all children are comfortable, including those of the Islamic faith. School board members say they are now in...

Portland, ME · 17d

Maine Morning Star

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Gubernatorial candidates make final pitch to voters ahead of Tuesday’s election

On the final day of early voting, Hannah Pingree campaigned in Portland with President and CEO of Planned Parenthood Alexis McGill Johnson to remind voters that their reproductive rights are on the ballot. In Kittery, Rick Bennett wrapped up his walking tour that he started in Fort Kent several months ago. And Bobby Charles held […]

Maine · 7d

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Susan Collins, Troy Jackson spend Halloween with Maine voters ahead of midterm elections

With just three days until the midterm elections, Maine's U.S. Senate candidates spent part of Halloween connecting with voters across the state, trading traditional campaign stops for candy, costumes and conversations with families. Republican U.S. Sen. Susan Collins attended a trunk-or-treat event in Bangor on Saturday, while her Democratic opponent,...

Maine · 6d

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RSU 14 to choose new middle school name on Nov. 4

When the RSU 14 Board of Directors meets on Wednesday, Nov. 4 at Windham High School, further discussion and the name of the new middle school currently under construction will be voted upon. During a board meeting on Oct. 21 at Jordan-Small Middle School in Raymond, two possible names were...

Raymond, ME · 8d

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Boothbay Region Surveyors Relocates to Former Midcoast Conservancy Building

After sitting vacant for almost a year, the former Route 1 headquarters of Midcoast Conservancy now has new inhabitants. Boothbay Region Surveyors moved into the space at 290 Route 1 in Edgecomb in early October purchasing the building in March. Midcoast Conservancy moved out of the building in October 2025 and moved all services to its office in Waldoboro.

Edgecomb, ME · 8d

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A year after petitioning to leave RSU 10, voters in Buckfield, Hartford and Sumner to decide Tuesday

BUCKFIELD — Marking the end of a long and contentious process, the Buckfield Hartford Sumner RSU Withdrawal and Reorganization Planning Committee met for the last time Thursday before residents vote Nov. 3 on whether to withdraw from Regional School Unit 10.

Buckfield, ME · 7d

Maine Morning Star

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Portland, Bangor, Augusta courts to stay open late Tuesday in case of emergency election filings

Maine courthouses in Portland, Bangor and Augusta will stay open until 9 p.m. Tuesday to accept emergency filings related to the election, according to a release from the Maine Judicial Branch.  The announcement comes as several Maine cities expect federal election monitors at the polls and numerous lawsuits in federal court across the country continue […]

Augusta, ME · 7d

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Man prepares to hand out 14,000 candy bars for Halloween

Kids are preparing to go door-to-door across the United States for Halloween, with one man in Maine saying he is ready to hand out thousands of candy bars. In Maine's Lewiston area, Peter Geiger, 70, has purchased thousands of candy bars to give away. He has been giving away a large amount of candy from his business for more than 30 years.

Lewiston, ME · 10d

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Grand opening of Atlas Structural Systems Manufacturing

LEWISTON, ME – U.S. Senator Susan Collins attended the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for Atlas Structural Systems’ new manufacturing facility in Lewiston. The company, a subsidiary of J.D. Irving, Limited, has transformed the former Steel Service Center property into its first U.S. manufacturing facility. The 44,000-square-foot plant employs approximately 45 people and produces prefabricated building components for construction projects throughout the region.

Lewiston, ME · 9d

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Maine Voting Videos Draw DOJ Scrutiny

The Justice Department is reviewing allegations of election interference in Maine after surveillance footage from Lewiston City Hall raised questions about whether interpreters improperly directed Somali voters toward Democrat candidates. U.S. Attorney for Maine Andrew Benson, an appointee of President Donald Trump, said his office would review "evidence concerning complaints...

Maine · 7d

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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...

Bowdoin, ME · 8d

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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!

Portland, ME · 7d

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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...

Portland, ME · 8d