Letter: Hannah Pingree supports strong public schools

How to avoid a Social Security cut? Lawmakers are floating ideas for what to do

WASHINGTON (AP) — With the few months they have left as senators, Democrat Dick Durbin and Republican Bill Cassidy have embarked on a mission to save tens of millions of Social Security beneficiaries from a projected 22% cut in their benefits, starting in just six years. It is one of the most perilous political efforts […]

USS Abraham Lincoln heads to Thailand for a brief stop after lengthy deployment at sea

BANGKOK (AP) — The U.S. aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln will make a stop in Thailand after its grueling deployment in the Middle East, Thai officials said Wednesday. The Lincoln was supporting the U.S. war against Iran, and its deployment included a record-setting uninterrupted time at sea of more than 250 days. Concerns have grown […]

Police investigate brawl after a meeting in a sharply divided Maine town

The brawl, which was captured on video and circulated on social media, involved Brownfield town officials outside a meeting last week.

Letter: Thanks to Angus King for seeking to lower credit card swipe fees

"Swipe fees rank among the most costly expenses for small businesses, who have little to no agency to negotiate with giants like Visa and Mastercard."

Letter: Susan Collins gets things done for her constituents

"If you have an issue, you can reach out to Collins, and I believe she will respond with care and competence."