Maine students reject voter ID and back ‘red flag’ law in mock election

Democrats looking at replacing Graham Platner try to shape an unprecedented process

Platner has until Monday to submit a withdrawal notice to state officials, and the Democrats would have until July 27 to name a replacement.

Maine Summer Adventure Race goes big in Bethel

BETHEL — The 10th annual Maine Summer Adventure Race is set to explore the outdoor playground around Bethel on Saturday and Sunday, July 11-12. The 3-hour, 8-hour and 24-hour editions of Maine’s only U.S. Adventure Racing Association-sanctioned adventure race will take teams of two to four people on a human-powered scavenger hunt via foot, bikes […]

Falling bricks and buckling columns at a Manhattan high rise force evacuations

NEW YORK (AP) — Reports of falling bricks and buckling columns have forced evacuations in the area around a Midtown Manhattan high-rise office building that was being converted to luxury apartments, fire officials said Tuesday. Among the evacuated buildings was a school with about 400 children, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said. There were […]

Troy Jackson files paperwork to explore replacing Graham Platner

The filing comes as a “Draft Troy” effort gained momentum among Jackson allies Tuesday morning, and as Platner faces near-total abandonment by Democrats.

First National Bank donates $45,000 to strengthen food security across Maine

First National Bank has donated $45,000 to 39 local food pantries and food access programs across its Maine market area, helping strengthen food security for families, students, older adults and neighbors throughout the communities it serves. The annual donations support local organizations that provide essential food resources and help families access reliable, nutritious food close […]