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Democrats in the Maine House had censured the Auburn Republican earlier this year over posts on Facebook about a transgender high school athlete.
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Maine has amended its Death with Dignity Act to let doctors reduce the waiting period from 17 to as few as seven days, aiming to ease patient suffering. Supporters call it compassionate; critics warn of risks.
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The court will identify people in the criminal justice system struggling with substance use disorder and offer targeted support and supervision.
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The $10 million renovation include a brand new player clubhouse for the Red Sox Double-A affiliate, along with new batting cages, locker rooms and a bigger bullpen. The changes were required by Major League Baseball.
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Authorities hope to stop the proliferation of unregulated structures in state waters.
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Some new citizens said gaining the security of citizenship felt even more special amid rising fears in immigrant communities.
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The Tekakapimək Contact Station was built by the Elliotsville Foundation, with coordination from the Wabanaki Nations. The station features exhibits with Wabanaki history and stories of the area.
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The recent elimination of the USDA’s Local Food Purchasing Assistance program is forcing immigrant farmers in Maine and the communities they feed to scramble, and to start cultivating their own grassroots solutions.
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The president's "One Big Beautiful Bill" contains significant cuts to Medicaid, which state officials and hospital representatives say could further strain rural hospitals already struggling to stay afloat.
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Republican Senator Susan Collins talks with Maine Public about the passed budget reconciliation billThe budget reconciliation bill President will sign Friday passed without the support of any of the members of Maine's congressional delegation, including Republican Senator Susan Collins.
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A new law, approved by Maine lawmakers and signed by Gov. Janet Mills last month, reduces lot sizes in certain areas, known as designated growth areas, that are served by municipal infrastructure. It also allows more units to be built on a lot.
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Experts say 'behind the meter' solar generation helped lower prices and reduced overall demand.