How Susan Collins failed to predict Roe’s demise
“I do not think Roe v. Wade is at risk,” Sen. Susan Collins said just days before the 2020 election.
Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade, ending constitutional right to abortion
Friday’s overturning of Roe v. Wade is expected to open the doors for nearly half of U.S. states to ban abortion.
Protesters take to the streets in Portland following Supreme Court decision
At least 1,000 people amassed in Portland Friday for a march and protest in support of abortion rights.
Maine abortion providers expect more out-of-state patients after Roe’s end
Two abortion providers said the ruling will likely lead to more people traveling to Maine from out of state.
Susan Collins calls Supreme Court’s decision ‘sudden and radical’
Collins had argued when voting to confirm Justices Brett Kavanaugh and Neil Gorsuch that they would not overturn Roe vs. Wade.
See how prominent Mainers are reacting to the end of Roe v. Wade
Friday’s decision was widely condemned, but some groups applauded the end of Roe v. Wade.
Mainers react to the overturning of Roe v. Wade with outrage and anger
Mainers across the state had plenty to say about the decision on Roe v. Wade that was handed down on Friday.
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What you should know about PFAS in Maine
What to know about PFAS in Maine and other answers to your questions about “forever chemicals.”
How to cope with Maine’s browntail moth problem
What to know about coping with and mitigating the impact of the browntail moth in Maine.
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Political polarization is crowding out Maine’s vaunted independent voters
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Remote Maine toymaker seeks help to restart business after 2nd devastating fire
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Maine police found a way to keep misconduct secret. Lawmakers are paying attention.
A recent ruling found that the Maine State Police unlawfully redacted discipline records given to the BDN and Portland Press Herald.
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From family-friendly trails to challenging climbs, these Maine hiking hotspots are worth the trek
In these locations, you can find treks to waterfalls and remote ponds, and you can also tackle more challenging climbs.
The art of maple tapping
With Maple Sunday coming up next weekend, check out the basics to get started maple tapping as the sap starts running.
How Maine’s charging station infrastructure is changing
The electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Maine is surprisingly widespread and constantly growing.
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