On Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at approximately 1:43 pm., Troopers responded to a crash on Interstate 295 northbound in Gardiner involving a Department of Transportation (DOT) worker and an SUV. The preliminary investigation indicates DOT crews were removing the debris … Continue reading
Four years ago today, the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, stripping away reproductive health care from millions of women. That decision was only possible because Senator Susan Collins cast the decisive vote to confirm Brett Kavanaugh after assuring Mainers … Continue reading
Secretary of State Shenna Bellows issued the following statement this afternoon in response to Chief US District Judge Denise Casper permanently enjoining provisions of a 2025 anti-voting Executive Order by President Trump. “Donald Trump continues to stack up loss after … Continue reading
Today during the House Appropriations full committee markup of the FY 2027 Defense funding bill, Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D-ME) spoke out against Republicans outrageous $1 trillion bill that, despite it’s enormous price tag, fails to support American shipbuilding. In her … Continue reading
The city of Portland will issue a Request for Expression of Interest (RFE) # 26105) on Thursday, June 25 to identify qualified partners interested in collaborating to operate a low-barrier winter warming shelter during the 2026-2027 season. The City is … Continue reading
Yesterday, ahead of the fourth anniversary of the Supreme Court’s decision that overturned Roe v. Wade, Graham Platner received Planned Parenthood Action Fund’s (PPAF) endorsement. “…………. CEO Nicole Clegg and dozens of supporters joined Platner to discuss Susan Collins’ decisive … Continue reading
Line of Duty Death Funeral Information for Assistant Chief Wayne Woodbury is that his funeral will be held on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 1:00 pm at the Belfast Area High School, 25 Lions Way, Belfast. Fire Service personnel are … Continue reading
Today, as we approach the anniversary of the Dobbs decision, Planned Parenthood Action Fund is announcing its endorsement of Graham Platner for Senate. In the four years since the Supreme Court ended the federal right to an abortion, the Trump … Continue reading
In a rare interview, Susan Collins today looked straight into the camera and lied, falsely claiming that Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh was not the deciding vote to overturn Roe v. Wade. Despite the plain, well-documented records, Collins insisted that, … Continue reading
The Fly Rod Crosby Outdoor Lifetime Achievement Award is presented annually by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife to an individual who demonstrates a lifelong commitment to the stewardship and wise use of Maine’s natural resources and has … Continue reading