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Kay Granger, first Republican woman from Texas to serve in the House, has died at age 83
Kay Granger, a trailblazing Texas Republican and first female House Appropriations chair, has passed away at 83, leaving a legacy of breaking barriers and dedicated public service.
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2mLetter: Nate Burnett is right for the Maine Senate
“Nate understands that in complex organizations, especially political organizations, collaboration with folks across the spectrum of opinions is critically important.”
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3mWatch what it’s like to visit Maine’s largest puffin colony
This video filmed by R. Riley Smith offers a close-up look at puffins and other seabirds on Machias Seal Island.
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5mHome care saves lives, and money
“Medicaid home and community-based services are essential to the individuals and families who receive them, and they must be protected by policymakers.”
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7mMaine blueberry farmers hopeful for 2026 after ‘devastating’ losses last year
Maine farmers provide almost all of the country’s domestic supply of wild blueberries, which play a big role in the region’s economy.
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4mHospital financial struggles are real. So are rural Mainers’ needs for healthcare.
“If the Lincoln Hospital unit closes, it would be the 12th closure of a maternity unit at a Maine hospital in the past decade.”