The Secretary of State’s Office today announed that Maine voters may now request absentee ballots for the November 3, 2026 General Election.  Voters may request ballots onine or by contacting their town or city clerk.  Contact information for municipal clerks … Continue reading →

On Friday, July 24, 2026, a man attempting to sell a firearm was robbed and assaulted.  The firearm was stolen during the incident according to a press release issued this afternoon by the Portland Police Department. Following an investigation, members … Continue reading →

On Sunday, August 2, 2026 at approximately 6:55 pm., Maine State Police responded to a three-vehicle crash at the intersection of Route 1 and Old Route 1 in Gouldsboro.  Multiple injuries were reported and one vehicle had rolled over, trapping … Continue reading →

Maine Connectivity Authority (MCA), the public agency expanding connectivity and digital opportunity statewide, announced late last week $3.3 million in grant awards for capital improvements to make economic and social opportunity possible for individuals and communities through digital access. New … Continue reading →

New data from Feeding America’s Map the Meal Gap study shows that 14.5% of Maine residents experienced food insecurity in 2024, up from 13.8% the previous year.  The findings highlight the increasing challenges families face as rising costs for housing, … Continue reading →

Eight exceptional educators from across the state are semifinalists for 2027 Maine Teacher of the Year.  On Thursday, July 23, 2026, the Maine Department of Education (DOE) and Educate Maine officially announced these semfinalists, who will deliver keynote speeches, submit … Continue reading →

Tomorrow, Saturday, August 1, 2026, the Bayside Trail will be transformed into the inaugural Drum Fest from 3:00 – 7:00 pm.  Join your neighbors and friends as the Bayside Neighborhood Association (BNA) practices creative placemaking for its community.  Music, food … Continue reading →

On Friday, July 31, 2026 at approximately   8:00 am, Portland Police responded to Cotton Street for a report of an assault. Responding officers located a 61 year old male victim who reported being assaulted with a lead pipe.  The victim … Continue reading →

Mainers can’t trust Susan Collins to defend our right to abortion.  Over the last year, she voted to confirm nearly every anti-abortion judge nominated by President Trump and voted in favor of dangerous abortion restrictions. Just last week, she voted … Continue reading →

On Monday, August 3, 2026, the Portland Police Department will conduct an enhanced traffic safety operation aimed at improving roadway safety for everyone who lives, works and travels in Portland.  Increased traffic enforcement is one of the City’s objectives listed … Continue reading →