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Nirav Shah, Bobby Charles lead in Maine’s governor’s races ahead of ranked choice runoffs

With no majority winners in Maine’s Democratic and Republican gubernatorial primaries, both races are headed toward a ranked choice runoff to determine who will run in November's general election.

UMaine expands nursing education with advanced degrees

The University of Maine System Board of Trustees approved a Doctor of Philosophy in nursing program and a Doctor of Nursing Practice program with a concentration in family nursing practice. 

🔒Dental clinic will fill a need in Waldo County

Residents of Waldo County, population 40,600, have limited access to dental care, with just one dentist for every 5,741 residents — double the state average, according to a recent study.

Six Maine airports to split $13.6M for improvements

Runway improvements and airport layout updates are among long-overdue infrastructure projects that received Federal Aviation Administration money.
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Janet Mills pulls out of Senate race, citing lack of financial resources

With Mills out of the race, Democrat Graham Platner moves into the clear frontrunner spot to face the incumbent, U.S. Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, in the Nov. 3 general election.

Maine delegation says USPS failure to pay Penobscot Island Air jeopardizes island mail service

The USPS failed to pay the Rockland-based Penobscot Island Air more than $349,000 for mail-delivery service, the delegation wrote.

Maine Maritime Academy’s new training ship dedicated at Portland ceremony

The $330 million ship is the Maine Maritime Academy’s first purpose-built training vessel with two full-sized, fully functional bridges and engine rooms.

Maine delegation urges USDA to deliver adequate farm relief

Wild blueberry production declined substantially in 2025, due to a wet spring followed by drought. The potato and apple industries face similar pressures.
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🔒Former mill sites in East Millinocket, Lewiston and Lincoln will share $12M for redevelopment

East Millinocket Paper Mill is rehabilitating structures and adding infrastructure. Maine MILL wants to redevelop the Camden Yarns Mill as the museum’s home. Lincoln Technology Park is making infrastructure upgrades for future development.  

Collins sings praises of small businesses at SCORE event in Bangor

Hosted by SCORE Maine and credit card company VISA, the program, organized by SCORE, aimed to help the attendees strengthen their businesses and increase customer loyalty.
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