A compromise on school board recalls is moving through the Maine Legislature
The bill would specify that recalls could only be held in cases of board member misconduct, preventing recalls over mere political differences.
Maine lawyer charged with assaulting activist outside raucous school board meeting
Trevor Savage allegedly bumped into Augusta school board candidate Nicholas Blanchard, known by his online moniker “Corn Pop.”
Former Maine town manager denies council’s allegations of misspent money
Former Gray town manager Michael Foley reportedly failed to report the purchase of a $1.25 million firetruck along with $140,000 in expenditures, according to the town council.
Republican faces pushback Down East early in his Maine Senate run
House Minority Leader Billy Bob Faulkingham’s high standing in Augusta might be overshadowed by the history between Hancock and Washington counties.
What’s next for a bill that would let Maine counties declare bankruptcy
The measure emerged as a proposal from Sen. Marianne Moore, R-Calais, as Washington County faces a financial crisis.
It was a difficult year for Washington County. Things won’t let up in 2026.
Washington County officials grapple with financial crisis and debt, as they seek solutions and reforms to address years of poor bookkeeping.
It took a crisis for Mainers to finally pay attention to county government
Taxpayers across Maine are keeping a closer-than-usual eye on their county officials after a series of budget crises.
