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Maine Has Remained Under Drought Conditions

Maine Has Remained Under Drought Conditions

Nearly 1.4 million residents are affected as severe drought persists throughout much of the state.

Live Poll

Do you feel your community is sufficiently prepared for the ongoing risk of severe drought?


Business

Live Poll

Should utility companies be permitted to raise rates to cover costs for infrastructure upgrades?

Utilities

Central Maine Power Requested $189 Million Rate Hike

The proposal aims to fund grid equipment upgrades following load-related transformer shutdowns this summer.

Central Maine Power Requested $189 Million Rate Hike

Weather and Disaster

Current Conditions

Maine Foliage Color Change Has Emerged

Northern and western regions of Maine are seeing early signs of autumn foliage as statewide drought persists.


Politics

Live Poll

Do you trust your long-serving local representatives to prioritize your community's needs over party politics?

Elections

Susan Collins Held Lead Over Troy Jackson

A new poll shows the Maine Republican maintains a three-point advantage over her Democratic challenger.

Susan Collins Held Lead Over Troy Jackson

Lifestyle

Live Poll

Should government agencies be allowed to track personal vehicles or boats outside of work hours?

Fishing

Supreme Court Will Hear Maine Lobster Tracking Challenge

Justices are set to review a legal dispute over state-mandated GPS trackers on lobster and Jonah crab vessels.

Supreme Court Will Hear Maine Lobster Tracking Challenge

Health

Live Poll

Do you support prioritizing AI and digital infrastructure improvements for your local health services?

Mental Health

Aroostook Mental Health Services Received State Funding

The organization secured $651,900 to bolster its technology, data infrastructure, and cybersecurity systems.

Aroostook Mental Health Services Received State Funding

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