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Jun 17, 2026Open source
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Graham Platner’s spending surge meets a Republican wall helping Susan Collins
Graham Platner's campaign outspends Susan Collins in Maine's Senate race, but faces strong Republican spending defending the incumbent.
May 30, 2026Open source
Moody’s and S&P affirm Maine’s credit rating
Maine receives high credit ratings from Moody's and S&P, citing its budget management and strong financial position.
May 8, 2026Open source
Warm with strong winds in Maine today with storms brewing Tuesday
Temps soar into the mid-70s Tuesday, but a front will bring strong to severe storms to parts of Maine.
May 4, 2026Open source
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The Portland Press Herald
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Jun 26, 2026Open source
The Portland Press Herald
Rambo the peacock has frequently been spotted in Thayer Brook Preserve since escaping Maine Wildlife Park last month.
Jun 26, 2026Open source
The Portland Press Herald
A statewide legal support group has helped hundreds of Haitians get Temporary Protected Status in recent years.
Jun 26, 2026Open source
Amtrak train strikes, kills man in Old Orchard Beach, Maine
A 51-year-old man was fatally struck by an Amtrak train in Old Orchard Beach. Police say alcohol believed to be a factor. Investigation continues.
Jun 26, 2026Open source
Exclusive — RNC Video Shows Democrats Squirming over Support for Graham Platner
The Republican National Committee is releasing a new video Friday highlighting Democrats struggling to answer questions about Maine Senate candidate Graham P...
Jun 26, 2026Open source
Congressman Seth Moulton allegedly hits phone out of person’s hand after Graham Platner question
Congressman Seth Moulton was caught on camera Wednesday allegedly hitting the phone out of a person’s hand after he was asked if he supports controversial...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Congressman Seth Moulton allegedly hits phone out of person’s hand after Graham Platner question
Congressman Seth Moulton was caught on camera Wednesday allegedly hitting the phone out of a person’s hand after he was asked if he supports controversial...
Jun 24, 2026Open source
Hooksett
A Maine man was involved in a head-on collision after his car crossed the median of Interstate 293 in Hooksett Tuesday morning, authorities said.
Jun 24, 2026Open source
Ro Khanna Tries to Backpedal After Threat of Lawsuit From Elon Musk
AP Photo/Reed Saxon, FILE It would seem that Democrat Rep. Ro Khanna (CA-17) has ambitions for higher office because he certainly has been going all in tryin...
Jun 23, 2026Open source
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A Maine man was involved in a head-on collision after his vehicle crossed the median of Interstate 293 in Hooksett Tuesday morning, authorities said.
Jun 23, 2026Open source
Maine EMS chief faces long recovery after fatal mill explosion
Searsmont EMS Chief Sarah Tompkins remains hospitalized with severe burns from the Robbins Lumber explosion that killed two firefighters
Jun 23, 2026Open source
Maine advocates criticize federal memo on institutionalizing people with disabilities
Disability rights advocates are denouncing a memo issued by the U.S. Department of Justice last week that gives states more authority to place people with di...
Jun 23, 2026Open source
As federal support evaporates, Maine says it's refocusing on achievable climate goals
The state's climate council is considering ways to progress on goals without federal support.
Jun 23, 2026Open source
Maine man allegedly seen driving Corvette 150 mph before fatal crash
The man "was located a significant distance from the crashed vehicle," police said.
Jun 22, 2026Open source
Man threatens bar patrons with gun, dies in crash after speeding off at 150 mph in red Corvette
Police say a 40-year-old Maine man threatened patrons at a local bar, fled the scene in a red Corvette at speeds of 150 mph before ultimately being killed af...
Jun 22, 2026Open source
Purity Tests and Political Action — Another Look at the Platner Debate
I wanted to share a few thoughts with you about this email from a TPM Reader from Maine which I posted last week. It crystallized a few thoughts I had about...
Jun 22, 2026Open source
Graham Platner Endorsed Comment From 'RevolutionaryCommie' Calling America a 'Disgraceful Country': 'I'm an...
In the wake of the U.S. strike that took out longtime Iranian terror chief Qassem Soleimani, a Reddit user posting under the handle "RevolutionaryCommie" den...
Jun 22, 2026Open source
Specialty crop relief fund could help Maine's wild blueberry farmers
Farmers that reported their losses to the USDA can apply for the Assistance for Specialty Crop Farmers Program until Aug. 7.
Jun 22, 2026Open source
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The Portland Press Herald
Read all of our coverage of Maine's 2026 election or stay up to date with the latest developments through the Maine Political Report in your inbox or text me...
Jun 26, 2026Open source
The Portland Press Herald
Rambo the peacock has frequently been spotted in Thayer Brook Preserve since escaping Maine Wildlife Park last month.
Jun 26, 2026Open source
The Portland Press Herald
A statewide legal support group has helped hundreds of Haitians get Temporary Protected Status in recent years.
Jun 26, 2026Open source
Amtrak train strikes, kills man in Old Orchard Beach, Maine
A 51-year-old man was fatally struck by an Amtrak train in Old Orchard Beach. Police say alcohol believed to be a factor. Investigation continues.
Jun 26, 2026Open source
Exclusive — RNC Video Shows Democrats Squirming over Support for Graham Platner
The Republican National Committee is releasing a new video Friday highlighting Democrats struggling to answer questions about Maine Senate candidate Graham P...
Jun 26, 2026Open source
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