Maine-stories”>TODAY’S TOP MAINE STORIES
Mainers will decide this November whether to revert the state flag to its original 1901 design.. But lately the “lone pine” has been seen lumped in with a similar flag design popular on the far right.
Jonathan Bush (from that Bush family) made his mark in Maine when his company, athenahealth, moved to Belfast.. Now he is trying to get more involved in state politics.
Only a handful of elections could decide which party controls the Maine House. Here’s what you need to know about those races and the candidates who will appear on the June 11 primary ballots.
The frog clock outside the Maine Discovery Museum brings color and quirk to downtown Bangor. But there’s something about this that you may not have noticed.
Lewiston’s Tree Streets is the poorest neighborhood in Maine and homeownership is out of reach for many. But this owner’s ambitious plan would put hundreds more starter homes on the market.
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Retired Lt. Col. Darryl Lyon (left) and retired Maine Army National Guardsman Russell Green salute Monday during the wreath-laying ceremony at the USS Maine Memorial in Davenport Park on Memorial Day. Bangor JROTC Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Luke Dusablon gave a speech during the ceremony: “We must never forget these brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice so that we can enjoy the freedoms we have today. It is up to us to tell their stories, continue their legacy and inspire future generations to do the same.” Credit: Linda Coan O’Kresik/BDN
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“Too often, the White House has tried to appease Democratic constituencies with all the resulting loss of focus and additional red tape.”
Opinion: Saying ‘no’ to special interests can save Biden’s infrastructure agenda
LIFE IN MAINE
Have you seen this neon pink slime mold while hiking in the woods in Maine? It may look like candy, but you probably shouldn’t try to eat it.
Maine’s outdoor recreation industry is built on relationships with landowners and the tradition of open access to the land. The last thing snowmobile and ATV enthusiasts want is a conflict that escalates to the point where owners start putting their property off-limits.
What will your retirement be like financially? That’s a good question because knowing in advance how much money you will have plays an important role in your retirement planning.
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