Baldacci is a state senator, a former mayor and city councilor from Bangor and the brother of former governor and congressman John Baldacci. He joins four other Democrats who have already filed paperwork to succeed Congressman Jared Golden, a Democrat who is not seeking reelection.

Supporters say making public agencies dim outdoor lights will prevent disturbing wildlife and preserve Maine's dark night skies.

Over the last decade, increases in home prices have outpaced wage growth in Maine by more than three-fold, according to a new report from MaineHousing.

Advocates say striking a single word from the statutory language in the Fund to Address Food Security and Provide Nutrition Incentives would provide protection and flexibility.

Some long-term care pharmacies in Maine say they may need to reduce services because of lower prices for certain Medicare drugs that went into effect at the start of the year.

18 North Atlantic right whales have been born so far this calving season according to the New England Aquarium - an increase from the 11 born last year.

Portland-based Defend our Health immediately found banned nonstick pans for online sale to Mainers from stores such as Walmart, Target and Wayfair.

The latest statistics released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics track net job gains across various sectors.

The letter, which was signed by roughly 130 legislators from both parties, urges the Maine Department of Heath and Human Services to start a new process to find a contractor to provide MaineCare clients with rides to medical appointments.

The court ordered the Maine Department of Environmental Protection to redo a study that determined there was a public benefit associated with expansion.