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Sen. Susan Collins of #Maine officially announced her reelection bid, despite criticism from President Trump. “This is perfect for 2026, because I’m running,” she said in a video, as she unboxed a pair of sneakers. Read more for free from our D.C. correspondent, in partnership with @notus.com.
Susan Collins announces reelection bid
Despite repeated criticism from President Donald Trump, Republican Senator Susan Collins officially announced her reelection bid.
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February 10, 2026 at 4:14 PM
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Did you know that we offer all our news for #free? Not only that, we have #newsletters that bring the latest headlines right to your inbox. And to get our recently launched Monitor Local coverage, sign up for our Downeast and western #Maine newsletter.

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February 10, 2026 at 2:01 PM
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Duties on Canadian imports are driving up domestic sales at some #Maine #lumber companies. Is it enough to overcome high operating costs and a slumping housing market?

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February 9, 2026 at 1:40 PM
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#Maine Monitor editor Kate Cough breaks down the stories we have for you this week. Read these stories and more, as always, for free at themainemonitor.org or from our newsletters, tailored to your news interests: themainemonitor.org/newsletters/.
February 9, 2026 at 12:23 PM
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Sen. Susan Collins, a key negotiator of #ACA subsidies, said a path forward was “possible” but “certainly difficult.” Read more for free from our partners at @notus.com at the link 👇

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February 6, 2026 at 5:16 PM
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In the Gulf of #Maine, studying zooplankton offers clues on the whereabouts of the endangered North Atlantic right #whale, helping improve conservation efforts, reduce collisions with boats, and inform scientists’ understanding of #climatechange. Read more for free from @juliatilton.com👇
What can we learn from zooplankton?
Meet the researchers using the tiny crustaceans to monitor endangered whales and climate change in the Gulf of Maine.
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February 6, 2026 at 4:31 PM
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Republicans have a crowded primary in one of the most conservative parts of #Maine, with 4 running to represent the area. Sen. Stacey Guerin is term-limited and her husband aims to replace her. 2 candidates come from around Bangor, while the other is the only candidate from Piscataquis County.
The race to replace a term-limited lawmaker includes her husband
Four Republicans are already vying for the seat held by term-limited Republican Sen. Stacey Guerin of Glenburn.
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February 6, 2026 at 3:23 PM
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Maine’s Black Future podcast visits stories of historic Black Mainers and the legacies they carved. Then connects this longstanding history to changemakers weaving Maine’s Black future today. Check back each Thursday for a featured episode on a historic Black Mainer.

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February 6, 2026 at 2:02 PM
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Helping vulnerable people in #Maine takes many forms from stocking food pantries to providing shelter and counseling to simply offering to listen. Leaders at faith-based organizations across the state joined us for a conversation about these efforts Wednesday.

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February 5, 2026 at 8:14 PM
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In the #Maine Senate race to replace Sen. Susan Collins, Democratic frontrunners Gov. Janet Mills and Graham Platner are part of the End Citizens United’s Unrig Washington initiative. Read more for free from our D.C. correspondent, in partnership with @notus.com, below 👇
Democrats say running against corruption is a winning message
More than 120 candidates across the United States are part of the End Citizens United anti-corruption initiative.
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February 5, 2026 at 5:27 PM
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ICYMI: Wabanaki Public Health and Wellness, for the first time, has trained about 30 #doulas to help families leading up to and during #birth, as other birthing services across #Maine have ceased. Read more for free at the link 👇
Indigenous organization trained 30 new doulas
Wabanaki Public Health and Wellness is aiming to help fill in gaps as maternity services have shuttered across Maine.
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February 5, 2026 at 3:29 PM
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Members of the Legislature’s Joint Standing Committee on State and Local Government voted unanimously to table a bill intended to provide #bankruptcy protection to #Maine counties and municipalities after the bill changed direction, setting up the possibility of a second public hearing.
Bankruptcy bill tabled for possible second public hearing
The amended version focuses on stricter county compliance with required audits and possible assistance from the Office of the State Auditor.
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February 5, 2026 at 1:35 PM
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Federal authorities demanded information about those employed at the Cumberland County #Maine jail a day after Sheriff Kevin Joyce blasted immigration agents for arresting one of his guards. Read more for free from @bangordailynews.bsky.social.

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ICE demanded sheriff’s employment records following his criticism
The subpoena came a day after Cumberland County Sheriff Kevin Joyce blasted immigration agents for arresting one of his guards.
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February 4, 2026 at 5:54 PM
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Join reporter Sean Scott, TONIGHT from 6 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for a panel discussion with #Maine leaders at faith-based organizations who serve low-income and other vulnerable community members. Register for the free event:

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February 4, 2026 at 3:10 PM
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Evaristo Kalonji, an asylum seeker from Angola who has no criminal record, vanished. He turned up in one detention center, then another. @krstnimg.bsky.social sits down with @newscentersmaine.bsky.social to discuss how this plays into the bigger picture of ICE's Catch of the Day operation in Maine.
February 4, 2026 at 1:48 PM
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Do you have questions about what’s happening in your town government? Interested in reporting but lack training? You could be a great candidate for our new fellowship, focused on Western and Downeast #Maine. Monitor Local's editor breaks down our career lab and how you can contribute to local news.
February 3, 2026 at 3:03 PM
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Some Washington County #Maine, towns, including Alexander and Talmadge, will see nominal #tax increases of less than $2K. Others — including Addison, Baileyville, Calais, Eastport, Lubec, Milbridge and Steuben — will face increases exceeding $100K.
Washington County to send tax bills to municipalities for 2026
Addison, Calais, Eastport and Steuben are among the towns facing the largest tax increases due to rising property valuations.
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February 3, 2026 at 1:27 PM
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Months into an organized campaign against prices and policies at #Hannaford, many people in #Maine who shop at the store said they were unaware of a public push to bring down the grocer’s prices. Read more for free at the link 👇

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Campaign against Hannaford doesn’t seem to be hurting business
The New England Consumer Alliance, located in Pennsylvania, began its campaign by focusing on Hannaford’s sale of eggs from caged hens.
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February 2, 2026 at 2:01 PM
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A federal #immigration enforcement surge appears to have ended in #Maine, but the legal response to agents’ tactics may just be beginning. Read more from @krstnimg.bsky.socialand Sean Scott for free below 👇
ICE observer in Maine pursuing legal action against ICE
Ways to report incidents with ICE have been set up amid reports agents have followed observers home and labeled one a “domestic terrorist.”
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January 30, 2026 at 10:18 PM
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An underpass installed beneath a busy stretch of road in Eliot, #Maine, a few years ago has led to “a substantial reduction in turtle mortalities,” according to a state biologist.

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January 30, 2026 at 3:21 PM
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Wabanaki Public Health and Wellness, for the first time, has trained about 30 #doulas to help families leading up to and during birth, as other #birthing services across #Maine have ceased. Read more for free below 👇
Indigenous organization trained 30 new doulas
Wabanaki Public Health and Wellness is aiming to help fill in gaps as maternity services have shuttered across Maine.
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January 30, 2026 at 2:04 PM
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A bell-to-bell #cellphone ban has quickly gone from a fringe issue to one with strong support in the Maine Legislature. Read more for free on how this will affect cellphone use in #Maine schools at the link 👇

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School cellphone bans are catching on
A bell-to-bell cellphone ban has quickly gone from a fringe issue to one with strong support in the Maine Legislature.
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January 29, 2026 at 3:18 PM
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Last May, Houlton Regional Hospital became the 11th in #Maine to shut down its #birthing unit, part of a growing crisis that has left half of Maine’s #hospitals without obstetric services. Emily Hedegard sat down with @newscentersmaine.bsky.social to discuss the impact of the closure on the region.
January 29, 2026 at 2:10 PM
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Sen. Susan Collins said Thursday that Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem told her large-scale #ICE operations in #Maine have ended and there are currently no planned operations for the future. Read more from our D.C. correspondent, in partnership with @notus.com, for free below 👇
Susan Collins says ICE ended its enforcement surge in Maine
The senator said Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem told her that the “enhanced activities” are over.
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January 29, 2026 at 2:07 PM
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Nine faith leaders were arrested during a pray-in at Sen. Susan Collins' Portland, #Maine, office on Tuesday after asking that she push the federal government to end #ICE operations in Maine. Read more from our partners @notus.com and reporter Sean Scott for free below 👇
Susan Collins dodges question about Kristi Noem's leadership
Nine faith leaders were arrested during at Susan Collins' Portland office after asking that Collins push for an end to ICE operations.
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January 28, 2026 at 5:19 PM