False Paul LePage claim shows a conservative balancing act on voting issue
Paul LePage’s recent comments look to be aimed at striking a balance of calling into question parts of Maine’s election system while reassuring supporters that their votes will count.
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Gas prices in Maine
See the latest on the price of gas in Maine, and how prices here compared with those across the nation.
What you should know about PFAS in Maine
What to know about PFAS in Maine and other answers to your questions about “forever chemicals.”
Read our ongoing coverage of Maine housing and real estate
Here’s a roundup of what we know so far about about the housing crisis that has hit the state.
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Maine faces more hot days for long stretches in coming decades
The state will see the number of days topping 90 degrees double over 30 years, with many experiencing more hot days in a row.
Mainers are taking extreme measures as drought saps well water
Mainers can be pretty good at making do when times get tough — but doing without water is just plain hard.
Why a former server predicts a dire future for Maine’s restaurant capital
Portland’s food scene is predicted to collapse if the city doesn’t pay restaurant workers fair wages and ensure affordable housing.
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3 perfect spots for kayaking and canoeing in the Bangor area
Ranging from easy to challenging, these spots are great for a quiet paddle on a hot summer day.
How to protect your skin on your Maine summer adventures
Summer is here and with it more time spent outside digging in the garden, exploring Maine’s rocky coasts or hiking high mountain peaks.
9 things you probably don’t know about Maine’s wild blueberries
Maine’s wild blueberries are wilder than you might imagine.
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