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How Trump and Republicans lost the 2026 midterm elections

Polling shows that voters generally see Trump as more focused on his own fortune and gold-leafed existence than their needs.

Mike Johnson won’t seek reelection as House Republican leader

Democrats ousted Republicans from coast to coast and in many surprising places in between.

See how your community voted in Maine's 2026 elections

The BDN is continuing to gather results Wednesday morning, but you can search to see how your community voted in the election.

A 13-year-old Maine girl is missing

Skylar Rowe may be traveling to Memphis in the company of her mother, Kasey Rowe, or a man named Michael Rias, according to police.

Woman seriously hurt in Damariscotta hit-and-run while riding bike

The 65-year-old woman who was riding a bicycle early Wednesday in Damariscotta was taken to the hospital for treatment.