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2 days ago · This week on the podcast, Ben, Cate and Esther dive into the harmful and alarming blitz of executive orders Pres. Donald Trump released as he kicked off his second presidential …
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Jan 17, 2025 · On January 10, Governor Janet Mills unveiled her budget plans for Maine through 2027. While the proposal balances the budget through some revenue increases, it largely …
What’s on the November ballot in Maine — and what it means
Aug 1, 2023 · Maine’s November ballot will be busy, with eight measures for voters to consider, including a high-profile question about whether to replace the state’s embattled investor …
Maine lawmakers pass heating relief bill that includes $450 checks
Jan 4, 2023 · As their first order of business to kick off the new legislative session in Augusta, state lawmakers on Wednesday passed an emergency heating and housing assistance bill to …
Read Gov. Janet Mills’ second inaugural address - Maine Beacon
Jan 5, 2023 · Thank you. Mr. President, Madam Secretary of State, Madam Speaker, Madam Chief Justice, (I like the sound of this), members of the 131st Maine Legislature, members of …
Maine is the only rural, working-class state led by Democrats. Why?
Nov 19, 2024 · As election results continue to roll in, the process of interpreting those results has begun. This might seem premature, since it could be months before we have an accurate …
How Maine will respond to Trump’s “mass deportation” threats
Dec 2, 2024 · About 30 people, including leaders from Maine’s immigrant community, met with Maine Attorney General Aaron Frey and Rep. Mana Abdi (D-Lewiston) last week, to discuss …
Gender-affirming care providers lose proposed protections as …
Jan 26, 2024 · The Maine Legislature’s Judiciary Committee on Thursday voted down a bill that would have compelled Maine not to cooperate with law enforcement from states that have …
Shooting straight: How to buy a gun in Maine
May 27, 2016 · Regulation of firearms in this country is one of the most complicated and divisive political issues we face. Most non-gun owners, and many who do own guns, do not really …
Mainers urged to nab clean energy rebates before they’re gone
Dec 9, 2024 · Mainers are encouraged to take advantage of clean energy rebates and tax credits before they are gone. The Inflation Reduction Act offers incentives to buy electric vehicles, …