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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 8h

The Maine Center for Economic Policy says full Wabanaki sovereignty would be an economic boon to tribes and the state, while addressing centuries of exploitation:

New report says full Wabanaki sovereignty would boost tribal and state economies

The Maine Center for Economic Policy says full Wabanaki sovereignty would be an economic boon to tribes and the state, while addressing centuries of exploitation.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 12h

The government shutdown didn't hamper turnout at Acadia National Park this weekend, as eager crowds took in the fall foliage:

Acadia National Park leaf peepers undeterred by federal government shutdown

The government shutdown didn't hamper turnout at Acadia National Park this weekend, as eager crowds took in the fall foliage.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 17h

Mills was reportedly recruited by Democratic Senate leaders after her high-profile confrontation with President Donald Trump in February, in which she told the president she'd "see you in court."

Maine Gov. Janet Mills enters crowded Democratic race to unseat Susan Collins

Mills was reportedly recruited by Democratic Senate leaders after her high-profile confrontation with President Donald Trump in February, in which she told the president she'd "see you in court."

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 1d

The Trump Administration has taken aim at diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, and the effects are being felt by tribal communities that are grappling with issues such as violence against indigenous women. Now some Wabanaki women are turning to each other to learn to protect themselves:

Set back amid DEI crackdown, Wabanaki women take on violence crisis by learning self defense

The Trump Administration has taken aim at diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, and the effects are being felt by tribal communities that are grappling with issues such as violence against indigeno...

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 1d

Taxpayers approved a $30 million bond to build and restore trails through four years of grants:

Maine trail program flooded with applicants

Taxpayers approved a $30 million bond to build and restore trails through four years of grants.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 1d

Unlike more than 570 tribes across the country, tribes in Maine have limited sovereignty under the state's Indian Claims Settlement Act of 1980:

Advocates hope recognition of Indigenous Peoples Day includes celebration, learning and action

Unlike more than 570 tribes across the country, tribes in Maine have limited sovereignty under the state's Indian Claims Settlement Act of 1980.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 1d

If electronic payments aren't workable, beneficiaries can request a waiver with the Social Security Administration to continue receiving a paper check:

Social Security's phase out of paper checks has been 'needlessly bureaucratic,' Pingree says

If electronic payments aren't workable, beneficiaries can request a waiver with the Social Security Administration to continue receiving a paper check.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 1d

The Maine Indian-Tribal State Commission is releasing an audio book Monday that examines how state policies have contributed to the decline of traditional fisheries and limited tribal peoples' access to them:

New audiobook chronicles history that led to depleted fisheries and reduced tribal access in Maine

The Maine Indian-Tribal State Commission is releasing an audio book Monday that examines how state policies have contributed to the decline of traditional fisheries and limited tribal peoples' access ...

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 2d

The states will consider bids for solar and wind energy that can still access expiring federal tax credits:

Maine joins with Connecticut to order new clean energy

The states will consider bids for solar and wind energy that can still access expiring federal tax credits.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 4d

Growth has slowed as the market stabilizes, and sales are disproportionately concentrated in southern and western Maine:

State regulators present detailed cannabis sales data on 5th anniversary of legal adult use market

Growth has slowed as the market stabilizes, and sales are disproportionately concentrated in southern and western Maine.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 4d

As Maine's first and only professional men's soccer club wraps up its inaugural season, the founder of Portland's Hearts of Pine says he's now exploring the addition of a women's pre-professional soccer team to the franchise:

Hearts of Pine founder says he wants to add a women's soccer team to the franchise

As Maine's first and only professional men's soccer club wraps up its inaugural season, the founder of Portland's Hearts of Pine says he's now exploring the addition of a women's pre-professional socc...

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NPR @npr.org · 4d

Israel and Hamas are preparing for a hostage exchange as the first phase of the signed ceasefire deal. And, the Justice Department has indicted Letitia James after pressure from President Trump. n.pr/4h3B0UF

Israel and Hamas prepare for hostage exchange. And, the DOJ indicts Letitia James

Israel and Hamas are preparing for a hostage exchange as the first phase of the signed ceasefire deal. And, the Justice Department has indicted Letitia James after pressure from President Trump.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 5d

So far, air traffic controllers, TSA agents and other federal employees have been showing up to work in Portland, jetport officials said Thursday:

Travelers may notice some indirect shutdown impacts when flying through Portland

So far, air traffic controllers, TSA agents and other federal employees have been showing up to work in Portland, jetport officials said Thursday.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 5d

Some government websites are not being updated to include information about drought relief programs:

As drought worsens, government shutdown could stall relief for farmers

Some government websites are not being updated to include information about drought relief programs.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 6d

At his campaign launch in Belfast, Bush referred to himself as “a disrupter” and promised to bring economic development to the state by reducing taxes and clearing regulations for more housing development:

Jonathan Bush, cousin of former president, launches campaign for Maine governor

At his campaign launch in Belfast, Bush referred to himself as “a disrupter” and promised to bring economic development to the state by reducing taxes and clearing regulations for more housing develop...

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 6d

Jeremy Frey of Eddington is an artist whose basket designs are founded in the Wabanaki tradition, as he explained last year on Maine Calling:

2 Mainers among MacArthur Fellows announced Wednesday

Jeremy Frey of Eddington is an artist whose basket designs are founded in the Wabanaki tradition, as he explained last year on Maine Calling.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 6d

Most lobstermen say they're concerned more about economics and whale regulations than the lobster fishery itself:

New Marine Resources survey sheds light on how Maine lobstermen feel about the industry

Most lobstermen say they're concerned more about economics and whale regulations than the lobster fishery itself.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 6d

Over 70 people rallied in Scarborough on Wednesday evening to speak out against Immigration and Customs Enforcement actions both in Maine and around the country.

Protestors rally against ICE in Scarborough, as counterprotestors voice support for the agency

Over 70 people rallied in Scarborough on Wednesday evening to speak out against Immigration and Customs Enforcement actions both in Maine and around the country.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 8d

Secretary of State Shenna Bellows said the absentee ballots allegedly shipped to a Newburgh woman last week seem to correspond with missing absentee ballots in Ellsworth:

250 Ellsworth ballots reported missing the same day as alleged delivery to Newburgh woman

Secretary of State Shenna Bellows said the absentee ballots allegedly shipped to a Newburgh woman last week seem to correspond with missing absentee ballots in Ellsworth.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 8d

Collins, a Republican, echoed her party's criticism of Democrats, who are holding out for an extension of Affordable Care Act health insurance premium tax credits:

Susan Collins opposes Trump's shutdown layoff threats, but blames Democrats for the funding impasse

Collins, a Republican, echoed her party's criticism of Democrats, who are holding out for an extension of Affordable Care Act health insurance premium tax credits.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 8d

The competing narratives about Question 1’s true objectives and potential impacts are perhaps best epitomized by the names of the groups leading the fight on either side: Voter ID for ME and the Save Maine Absentee Voting Coalition:

Does Maine's Question 1 call for commonsense voter ID changes or will it undermine absentee voting?

The competing narratives about Question 1’s true objectives and potential impacts are perhaps best epitomized by the names of the groups leading the fight on either side: Voter ID for ME and the Save ...

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 8d

Dunlap's campaign launch is trying to tap Democrats' frustration with Golden's approach to President Donald Trump:

Former Maine Secretary of State Matt Dunlap launches primary challenge against Jared Golden

Dunlap's campaign launch is trying to tap Democrats' frustration with Golden's approach to President Donald Trump.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 8d

Mainers can begin to cast their ballot for the November election either in person or by mail.

Early voting starts today in Maine

Mainers can begin to cast their ballot for the November election either in person or by mail.

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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 15d

Politics newcomer Graham Platner is one of eight declared Democrats seeking to unseat Republican U.S. Sen. Susan Collins of Maine.

@stevemistler.bsky.social breaks down how Platner’s campaign seems to be banking on the belief that Democratic primary voters will want a different approach.

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NPR @npr.org · 15d

After canceling an earlier meeting, President Trump is planning to meet with a bipartisan group of congressional leaders on Monday. Congress must pass or extend a spending bill before Oct. 1 to prevent a shutdown.

Top congressional leaders head to the White House ahead of shutdown deadline

After canceling an earlier meeting, President Trump is planning to meet with a bipartisan group of congressional leaders on Monday. Congress must pass or extend a spending bill before Oct. 1 to prevent a shutdown.

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