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Bangor Daily News

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A long-dry Maine town will vote whether to allow its 1st pub at its only store

Penobscot is one of the last incorporated towns in Hancock County with alcohol restrictions.

Penobscot, ME · 11d

mainebeacon.com

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Midcoast mothers, family physicians fight MaineHealth’s birthing unit closure

Leah Hurwitz was talking with a woman she’d just met at a sauna in Lincoln County when the conversation turned to Hurwitz’s daughter. “Oh my god, your daughter’s Veda?” the woman asked. She had been the respiratory specialist on duty at MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital the night Veda was born.

Maine · 10d

Maine Morning Star

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Maine students back Pingree for governor, Jackson for US Senate in mock election

Maine students, if able to vote, would send Democrat Hannah Pingree to the Blaine House, and would elect Troy Jackson, Chellie Pingree and Paul LePage to Congress, according to results from the mock election organized by the Secretary of State’s Office. More than 12,000 students cast ballots Tuesday for governor, U.S senator and members of […]

Maine · 10d

WPFO

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Maine's Halloween weather: From snowstorms to 80-degree highs

From snowstorms to a record 80-degree day, Maine’s Halloween weather history has had plenty of tricks. October often brings big temperature swings, heavy rain, strong winds and, sometimes, snow. That can make Halloween weather tricky in Maine, where many activities take place outdoors. This October has been mild and...

Maine · 9d

mainebiz.biz

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Maine ranks among top states to find a job, report says

Maine may be known as Vacationland, but it’s also one of the best states in the country to find a job, a report from WalletHub shows. In its 2026 ranking of the best and worst states for jobs, the personal finance website placed Maine at No. 7, between Washington at No. 6 and Texas at No. 8.

Maine · 9d

Country Herald

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Maine Halloween: Portland-Bangor Safety Tips for Saturday, Oct. 31

From Portland to Bangor, these 10 safety precautions can help families enjoy a safer Halloween night.

Maine · 10d

Bangor Daily News

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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

County officials believe a new, bigger jail is necessary to meet prisoners’ needs, while others said the region should focus on preventing incarceration instead.

Penobscot County, ME · 11d

WGME

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Maine lawmakers, candidates react to South Portland healthcare fraud arrests

PORTLAND (WGME) -- Republicans continue to ramp up pressure Tuesday night, demanding aggressive investigation and prosecution of fraud. GOP lawmakers claim systemic fraud in the welfare system, in Maine and elsewhere, has gone unpunished for too long, pointing to Tuesday's federal indictment, while Democrats claim they also take fraud seriously and have also pursued prosecutions.

Maine · 11d

WGME

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Wednesday Sit-Down: Healthcare changes in Maine

What healthcare changes did Maine Center of Economic Policy discuss?. What economic impacts do Maine's healthcare changes aim to address?. Why is Maine Center of Economic Policy focusing on healthcare reforms now?

Maine · 10d

The Financial Wire

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About 49,000 Mainers lost a Medicare Advantage plan for 2027

About 49,000 Mainers will start 2027 without the Medicare Advantage plan they have now, according to the state Bureau of Insurance, as reported by the Bangor Daily News on Oct. 22. Medicare’s open enrollment period began Oct. 15 and runs through Dec. 7, and that is the window for picking a replacement. Martin’s Point, the... The post About 49,000 Mainers lost a Medicare Advantage plan for 2027 appeared first on The Financial Wire .

Maine · 10d

Bangor Daily News

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We need a stronger senator to protect the culture, economies and traditions of Maine

“If she truly is as effective as she claims, I believe Collins should be able to leverage pressure to rein in this administration.”

Maine · 10d

mixmaine.com

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Bangor Rejuvenation: New Life for Historic Building Across from Our Own WKIT

A historic building in downtown Bangor is getting a new lease on life, with plans to turn its upper floors into 14 studio apartments right across from Mix Maine Media’s WKIT 100.3. According to the Bangor Daily News, Pike Project Development purchased the Pearl Building at State and Harlow...

Bangor, ME · 11d

Bangor Daily News

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Susan Collins is a champion for broadband connectivity, and for Maine

“Collins has a proven record of bridging the political divide to get things done.”

Maine · 9d

Parenting Patch

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Maine's School Phone Ban Is Showing Results, With Teachers Reporting Fewer Distractions

Maine · 10d

lcnme.com

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New Ventures Maine Opens Scholarship Applications

New Ventures Maine Executive Director Janet Smith has announced that applications are open for the Gilda E. Nardone Scholarship, which awards up to $1,000 to each recipient to help defray the cost of college tuition for the 2027-2028 academic year. University of Maine at Augusta student Kari Hersey, who was...

Maine · 10d

Bangor Daily News

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Letter: Ignore billionaires and attack ads trying to sway your vote

“The amount of money spent — wasted? — on these ads is staggering.”

Maine · 9d

wabi.tv

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Maine program seeks donated deer, moose and bear meat for people in need

AUGUSTA, Maine (WABI) - The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry is accepting donations for its Hunters for the Hungry program, which could put deer or moose meat on the tables of families in need this winter. The program supplies wild game meat to food pantries, soup kitchens and...

Maine · 11d

Big Country 96.9

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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 · 11d