Amber Carter
@ambs1876.bsky.social
Living the best life going on adventures with my best friend Jacob and our two boys. Audience Engagement Director at The Maine Monitor. Tweets and opinions are my own.
The Maine Monitor is an important service to Maine, providing FREE, independent news to Mainers and beyond. But it's not an easy task. This holiday we are trying to raise $200,000 to keep operating through 2026. Please consider donating or sharing to keep our reporting free and accessible for all!
As we look to 2026 we are hoping to raise $200K to keep our newsroom going. Our reporting relies on support of those who believe in the value of trustworthy, in-depth journalism. Thanks to more than 300 readers, we have raised over $75K so far. These contributions fuel journalism Maine relies on.
November 14, 2025 at 8:47 PM
The Maine Monitor is an important service to Maine, providing FREE, independent news to Mainers and beyond. But it's not an easy task. This holiday we are trying to raise $200,000 to keep operating through 2026. Please consider donating or sharing to keep our reporting free and accessible for all!
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Reporter @joshkeefe.bsky.social sits down with @newscentersmaine.bsky.social to break down how the more #prosecutors are overworked, the more likely they are to make errors, including discovery violations, which can harm defendants and the integrity of the #criminal justice system.
November 14, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Reporter @joshkeefe.bsky.social sits down with @newscentersmaine.bsky.social to break down how the more #prosecutors are overworked, the more likely they are to make errors, including discovery violations, which can harm defendants and the integrity of the #criminal justice system.
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The number of licensed family-run #childcare facilities in #Maine dropped to 637 last year, down from 1,029 in 2015, according to Kids Count Data Center.
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Maine daycare to close after 2 years despite $250K from feds
Across Maine, child care operators are struggling to find staff because families can’t afford higher rates.
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November 14, 2025 at 2:01 PM
The number of licensed family-run #childcare facilities in #Maine dropped to 637 last year, down from 1,029 in 2015, according to Kids Count Data Center.
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November 13, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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A new board game has appeared on the scenes! #Maine Monitor deputy editor Erin Rhoda's children created their own game, calling their Monitor sticker the "school," and built their community around it. Get your own sticker when you support our in-depth community news for Maine!
November 13, 2025 at 4:15 PM
A new board game has appeared on the scenes! #Maine Monitor deputy editor Erin Rhoda's children created their own game, calling their Monitor sticker the "school," and built their community around it. Get your own sticker when you support our in-depth community news for Maine!
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As of Nov. 6, the National Weather Service reported that all of #Maine was in a state of #drought. And while a couple of #rainfall events between September and October brought precipitation to some parts of the state, it was not much.
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Maine dry wells could stay dry through spring
Tempting as it might be for homeowners to pour river water directly into a dry well, it is not recommended and, in some cases, is illegal.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:50 PM
As of Nov. 6, the National Weather Service reported that all of #Maine was in a state of #drought. And while a couple of #rainfall events between September and October brought precipitation to some parts of the state, it was not much.
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#Maine lawmakers are restarting an effort to ban the creation and distribution of AI-generated child #sexualabuse material ahead of the next legislative session in January.
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Maine bill targets AI-generated child sexual abuse images
The new bill comes after the BDN reported on how current law allows the computer-generated images to spread unchecked.
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November 12, 2025 at 6:15 PM
#Maine lawmakers are restarting an effort to ban the creation and distribution of AI-generated child #sexualabuse material ahead of the next legislative session in January.
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Two Years After Shooting in Lewiston, Maine Voters Approve Red Flag Law
Reporting from @themainemonitor.org & @emilykbader.bsky.social
Reporting from @themainemonitor.org & @emilykbader.bsky.social
Two years after Lewiston shooting, Maine voters approve red flag law
The ballot question, brought forward through a citizen initiative process, came after efforts to pass stricter gun laws failed in the state legislature.
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November 9, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Two Years After Shooting in Lewiston, Maine Voters Approve Red Flag Law
Reporting from @themainemonitor.org & @emilykbader.bsky.social
Reporting from @themainemonitor.org & @emilykbader.bsky.social
In honor of The #Maine Monitor's #education reporting, NewsMatch’s Education Partner Fund will match every donation given TODAY up to $2,500. Help keep our important #reporting free for everyone to read.
In honor of the in-depth, independent education reporting produced by The Monitor, Newsmatch’s Education Partner Fund will match every donation given today up to $2,500! Will you make a difference and double your support for our nonprofit reporting?
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November 12, 2025 at 3:30 PM
In honor of The #Maine Monitor's #education reporting, NewsMatch’s Education Partner Fund will match every donation given TODAY up to $2,500. Help keep our important #reporting free for everyone to read.
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Former Capitol Hill aide Jordan Wood announced he is dropping out of Maine’s U.S. Senate race to run in the state’s 2nd Congressional District. @notus.com was first to report that he was seriously considering the move. Read more for free at the link below.
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Maine Senate candidate Jordan Wood now running for House seat
The Democrat is now running for the seat held by retiring Rep. Jared Golden.
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November 12, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Former Capitol Hill aide Jordan Wood announced he is dropping out of Maine’s U.S. Senate race to run in the state’s 2nd Congressional District. @notus.com was first to report that he was seriously considering the move. Read more for free at the link below.
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District Attorney Natasha Irving’s office would get just $1 from Lincoln County in a new recommendation from officials protesting what they see as a lenient prosecuting style.
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Lincoln County protests prosecutor by recommending $1 budget
Members of the Lincoln County advisory committee declined to get specific about their concerns with Natasha Irving’s office.
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November 4, 2025 at 1:14 PM
District Attorney Natasha Irving’s office would get just $1 from Lincoln County in a new recommendation from officials protesting what they see as a lenient prosecuting style.
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A surprising aspect of the housing crisis:
If Mainers returned to the number of people per housing unit that was typical in 1970, the state could house an additional 500,000 residents without erecting a single new building.
My story for @themainemonitor.org
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If Mainers returned to the number of people per housing unit that was typical in 1970, the state could house an additional 500,000 residents without erecting a single new building.
My story for @themainemonitor.org
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Maine is building homes faster, but they are emptier
Often-overlooked numbers show how fewer people are living together, inadvertently contributing to Maine's housing crisis.
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November 3, 2025 at 9:03 PM
A surprising aspect of the housing crisis:
If Mainers returned to the number of people per housing unit that was typical in 1970, the state could house an additional 500,000 residents without erecting a single new building.
My story for @themainemonitor.org
themainemonitor.org/maine-buildi...
If Mainers returned to the number of people per housing unit that was typical in 1970, the state could house an additional 500,000 residents without erecting a single new building.
My story for @themainemonitor.org
themainemonitor.org/maine-buildi...
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At least 20 Turning Point chapters have been established at colleges, high schools and churches across Maine since Charlie Kirk’s death.
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Maine schools, churches see growing interest in Turning Point USA
At least 20 Turning Point USA chapters have launched at churches, colleges and high schools across Maine since Charlie Kirk was killed.
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November 5, 2025 at 1:35 PM
At least 20 Turning Point chapters have been established at colleges, high schools and churches across Maine since Charlie Kirk’s death.
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Washington County voters on Tuesday rejected an $11 million bond meant to help dig out of a budget crisis, pushing Down East Maine to the brink of insolvency with next steps uncertain.
(co-published with @bangordailynews.bsky.social)
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(co-published with @bangordailynews.bsky.social)
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Washington County rejects $11M bond amid budget crisis
The no side of the referendum made up 53.3% of votes when the Bangor Daily News and Decision Desk HQ called the race Wednesday morning.
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November 5, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Washington County voters on Tuesday rejected an $11 million bond meant to help dig out of a budget crisis, pushing Down East Maine to the brink of insolvency with next steps uncertain.
(co-published with @bangordailynews.bsky.social)
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(co-published with @bangordailynews.bsky.social)
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Thank you to everyone who helped kick-off our year-end fundraising drive and meet the $10K match!
This is a great start to our year-end fundraising, when we need to raise $200K by December 31.
If you want to help us meet that goal, please donate now:
themainemonitor.org/donate
This is a great start to our year-end fundraising, when we need to raise $200K by December 31.
If you want to help us meet that goal, please donate now:
themainemonitor.org/donate
Help us tell Maine’s important stories: Donate now
As a nonprofit newsroom, we rely on individual donations to support The Maine Monitor's in-depth investigative reporting and enterprise storytelling.
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November 5, 2025 at 9:44 PM
Thank you to everyone who helped kick-off our year-end fundraising drive and meet the $10K match!
This is a great start to our year-end fundraising, when we need to raise $200K by December 31.
If you want to help us meet that goal, please donate now:
themainemonitor.org/donate
This is a great start to our year-end fundraising, when we need to raise $200K by December 31.
If you want to help us meet that goal, please donate now:
themainemonitor.org/donate
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When Mark Miller retired, he struggled with a loss of identity and sense of purpose. That’s when he turned to the Sacopee Valley Men’s Group.
Miller’s group is one of three that spoke to The Monitor about their approach to bringing together men 65 and older.
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Miller’s group is one of three that spoke to The Monitor about their approach to bringing together men 65 and older.
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Meet 3 local groups fighting men’s loneliness in Maine
One of the most valuable benefits of the men’s group is finding out you’re not alone. Each group offers the promise of friendship.
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November 6, 2025 at 5:28 PM
When Mark Miller retired, he struggled with a loss of identity and sense of purpose. That’s when he turned to the Sacopee Valley Men’s Group.
Miller’s group is one of three that spoke to The Monitor about their approach to bringing together men 65 and older.
themainemonitor.org/fighting-men...
Miller’s group is one of three that spoke to The Monitor about their approach to bringing together men 65 and older.
themainemonitor.org/fighting-men...
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A judge took the unusual step of ruling the office of District Attorney Maeghan Maloney engaged in “bad faith” when it failed to hand over evidence.
The ruling comes as prosecutors say their offices are understaffed and overwhelmed by increasingly complex cases.
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The ruling comes as prosecutors say their offices are understaffed and overwhelmed by increasingly complex cases.
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Judge rebukes slow Maine district attorney’s office
Three recent examples show how cases can languish or prompt sanctions when prosecutors fail to turn over discovery.
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November 10, 2025 at 4:57 PM
A judge took the unusual step of ruling the office of District Attorney Maeghan Maloney engaged in “bad faith” when it failed to hand over evidence.
The ruling comes as prosecutors say their offices are understaffed and overwhelmed by increasingly complex cases.
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The ruling comes as prosecutors say their offices are understaffed and overwhelmed by increasingly complex cases.
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The 3-2 vote came after parents crowded a selectmen meeting last week to protest the child’s place on a recreational team.
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St. George officials vote to let transgender child play girls basketball
The 3-2 vote came after parents crowded a selectmen meeting last week to protest the child’s place on a recreational team.
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November 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM
The 3-2 vote came after parents crowded a selectmen meeting last week to protest the child’s place on a recreational team.
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During our Year-End Fundraising Drive, we need to raise $200K by December 31 to power our newsroom.
To kick us off, our board director and long-time supporters Doug Warren and Pam Berry will match every dollar raised today thru Wednesday, up to a total $10K.
themainemonitor.org/donate/?utm_...
To kick us off, our board director and long-time supporters Doug Warren and Pam Berry will match every dollar raised today thru Wednesday, up to a total $10K.
themainemonitor.org/donate/?utm_...
Help us tell Maine’s important stories: Donate now
As a nonprofit newsroom, we rely on individual donations to support The Maine Monitor's in-depth investigative reporting and enterprise storytelling.
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November 3, 2025 at 3:24 PM
During our Year-End Fundraising Drive, we need to raise $200K by December 31 to power our newsroom.
To kick us off, our board director and long-time supporters Doug Warren and Pam Berry will match every dollar raised today thru Wednesday, up to a total $10K.
themainemonitor.org/donate/?utm_...
To kick us off, our board director and long-time supporters Doug Warren and Pam Berry will match every dollar raised today thru Wednesday, up to a total $10K.
themainemonitor.org/donate/?utm_...
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#Maine Sens. Angus King and Susan Collins are often split on issues — after all, she’s a #Republican and he’s an independent who usually votes with #Democrats. But on the #government funding, they’re on the same page.
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King, Collins caucus with different parties, but unified on shutdown
Sens. Angus King and Susan Collins have both continuously voted in favor of the government funding bill to reopen the government.
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October 31, 2025 at 9:03 PM
#Maine Sens. Angus King and Susan Collins are often split on issues — after all, she’s a #Republican and he’s an independent who usually votes with #Democrats. But on the #government funding, they’re on the same page.
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#Drought across #Maine led to duller leaves that dropped earlier. Read more on how the drought affected leaf peeping in the state for free at the link below.
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Why fall colors are less vibrant this year
Drought across Maine led to duller leaves that dropped earlier.
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October 31, 2025 at 6:07 PM
#Drought across #Maine led to duller leaves that dropped earlier. Read more on how the drought affected leaf peeping in the state for free at the link below.
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The operator of Maine’s largest landfill is moving ahead with a treatment system for #PFAS, something the state is requiring as part of a controversial 61-acre expansion plan. Read more for free at the link below.
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Landfill to treat contaminated water running into Penobscot River
The state is requiring a treatment system for PFAS chemicals as part of a controversial 61-acre expansion plan at Juniper Ridge.
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October 31, 2025 at 2:23 PM
The operator of Maine’s largest landfill is moving ahead with a treatment system for #PFAS, something the state is requiring as part of a controversial 61-acre expansion plan. Read more for free at the link below.
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On Nov. 4, #Maine voters will decide on two referendum questions: one that would change voting rules and one about a potential red flag law. @emilykbader.bsky.social breaks down what you need to know.
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Guide to the 2025 state referendum questions in Maine
The two questions will ask Maine voters if they want to change voter ID and absentee voting rules, and whether to implement a red flag law.
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October 30, 2025 at 3:44 PM
On Nov. 4, #Maine voters will decide on two referendum questions: one that would change voting rules and one about a potential red flag law. @emilykbader.bsky.social breaks down what you need to know.
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We have compiled an in-depth hub to help voters navigate through the issues Mainers face at the polls. The hub serves as your guide to state and federal lawmakers, Maine’s elections, and a comprehensive breakdown of Maine’s biennial budgets and ARPA funds.
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Guides to Government
Your guides to state and federal lawmakers, Maine’s biennial budgets, elections, legal challenges against the White House, and ARPA funds.
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October 30, 2025 at 1:59 PM
We have compiled an in-depth hub to help voters navigate through the issues Mainers face at the polls. The hub serves as your guide to state and federal lawmakers, Maine’s elections, and a comprehensive breakdown of Maine’s biennial budgets and ARPA funds.
themainemonitor.org/guides-to-go...
themainemonitor.org/guides-to-go...
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In response to feedback during our listening tour, we are launching a new initiative to provide the people of western and downeast #Maine with a new source for news about their communities: Monitor Local, which will be published on Saturdays.
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October 30, 2025 at 2:45 PM
In response to feedback during our listening tour, we are launching a new initiative to provide the people of western and downeast #Maine with a new source for news about their communities: Monitor Local, which will be published on Saturdays.
themainemonitor.org/monitor-loca...
themainemonitor.org/monitor-loca...