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Universal healthcare question to potentially appear on Maine ballots in 2027

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The question would instruct the Legislature to develop a bill by 2028 that would establish a health care system that ensures all Maine residents can choose comprehensive, publicly funded health care, or stay with private care.

2 hours ago in Local

Motorcyclist killed after crash in Hancock Friday morning

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The cyclist, 44-year-old Jim Hoyt of Sullivan was pronounced dead at the scene.

23 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

The best movies of 2026 so far, from ‘Project Hail Mary’ to ‘Rose of Nevada’

It's been a curiously seesawing first six months. The movies have been dominated as much by 26-year-old YouTuber-turned-filmmaker Curry Barker as they have 79-year-old Steven Spielberg.

23 hours ago in Local

Man accused of “cloning” Mainers’ EBT cards to steal thousands in benefits

A man has been charged in Maine after a months-long investigation into $100,000 in stolen EBT benefits.

23 hours ago in Local

Firefighter injured in Searsmont mill fire and explosion to be released from hospital

A firefighter injured in the deadly explosion at a Searsmont lumber mill is finally heading home.