In 2022, #Maine began an effort to spur #housing production by removing regulatory barriers and encouraging communities to build accessory dwelling units. It was met with fierce debate. Caitlin Andrews sat down with News Center Maine to discuss how a new #law aims to work out the kinks.

Our 2026 #voter guide breaks down the big races, dives into who’s funding them, answers common questions about voting in #Maine and more. As always, let us know if there’s something else you’d like us to dig into! Check out the link to explore the full guide for free. themainemonitor.org/elections/

Editor Kate Cough breaks down this week's stories on how immigration agents wouldn’t tell their names to a woman whose partner was detained and how the rules differ across agencies. Also, about how a proposed #climate superfund would work in #Maine and more. Read more for free: themainemonitor.org

Republican candidates for #Maine governor explain why they are running continued.

The #Maine Monitor has compiled an in-depth Guides to #Government hub to help #voters navigate through the issues Mainers will face at the #polls this November, as well as bill summaries and who sponsored them, public hearing schedules, and more. themainemonitor.org/guides-to-go...

Maine’s 2nd largest #health system, Northern Light Health, has been in a downward financial spiral, losing money 4 years in a row while continuing to try serving the northern two-thirds #Maine.⁠ Rose Lundy sat down with NEWSCENTER Maine to discuss the impact it has had on the Northern Light system.⁠

ICYMI: American #sawmills that turn hardwood #tree species into flooring or furniture have faced falling demand for years. They said tariffs on their exports — retaliatory actions from Canada and elsewhere — have harmed them further. Read more for free 👇 themainemonitor.org/sawmill-tari...

A #Maine educator didn’t have a curriculum to teach a foundational skill for reading. So she created her own. Kristian Moravec (@krstnimg.bsky.social) sits down with NewsCener Maine to talk about how the program is being used in some schools.

@joshkeefe.bsky.social breaks down his latest story on how Graham Platner, a political newcomer, is running against #Maine Governor Janet Mills for the Democratic nomination for U.S. #Senate. Read Josh's full story at the link below. themainemonitor.org/graham-platn...

This week, deputy editor, Stephanie McFeeters breaks down a proposal to turn vacant buildings into #housing. And also how some religious organizations in #Maine are looking to beef up security and how a bill lawmakers are considering could help fund it.

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RP • @shannonhillnews Wasn’t sure I was going to do a part three! But this interview definitely needs to be heard! Part 3: Debbie Rowe & Michael Jackson

Russian industrialist and founder of the Moscow Economic Forum Konstantin Babkin discussing robotics in Russia with political blogger Pavel Ivanov is just hysterical!

Israel kills 31 in Beirut strike following Hezbollah rocket attack #news #politics #israel #hezbollah #iran

I wrote legislation to divert Trump’s “Board of Peace” slush fund and assist working American families pay their power bills. The President doesn’t need another billion dollars to do who knows what with – it’s time to put Americans first.

The Roberts Court destroyed what’s left of the Voting Rights Act — the civil rights law that helped usher in our multiracial democracy. Congress can do something about this. Stay informed by subscribing to The Briefing, our free weekly newsletter: bit.ly/3Yrz5jM

Shoot Smoke at UFOs in Today's Turbo Tunnel! play here: play.google.com/store/apps/d... #TonisTurboTunnel #indiegame

chat am i having a Mental Health Monday

HMMM I wonder what this could be about

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Protect yourself from the elements with a fresh and functional fit. https://rust.facepunch.com/store/#hazmats 🤿🧥

🪶 time for a bird of the day🎦 Shakespeare mockingbird steals all the 🔔 seed 😂, Giga J talks to his bro, woodie & woodrow 🪵pecker, Jimmy Grackle 🥜🥜🥜🥜 + more Enjoy time with our 🐦 See yourself in a 🔵bubble feel your heart beating💓 Breathe🫁 in 😁 Breathe😮‍💨 out 😡 let it go We will PERSEVERE #birds

உங்க பிள்ளைங்க போன்ல என்ன பண்றாங்கன்னு தெரியுமா? இன்றைய டிஜிட்டல் உலகில் 18 வயதிற்கு உட்பட்ட உங்கள் குழந்தைகளின் போன், லேப்டாப் என அனைத்தையும் தீவிரமாகக் கண்காணிப்பது உங்கள் கடமை.

Guess who wins the 🥇 for sleeping? 😴🥜🩵🙌😹 #sleepeanut #floofalicious #officehelpurr #cutienut

Data shows 888,000 San Diego County residents rely on Medi-Cal for healthcare. The proposed $863B cuts over 10 years would ruin our community's health safety net. As your physician-advocate, I'm fighting to protect essential healthcare access. Watch more: youtu.be/FdQV15yw2Ko?si=EpgEB2mxsh8fLMd7

Arne Slot played the Mo Salah questions with a straight bat, but decided not to confirm whether he would be in the squad for his final farewell against Brentford. There were also some interesting hints for a future transfer strategy, that I will dissect in the press conference review later today.

Sometimes the scariest thing isn’t outside of us… it’s our own thoughts. #indierock #alternativerock #progrock #mentalhealth

The 2000s is a creative era! 🥰 Game: Keyboard Warrior Stickman - Wishlist on Steam #indiegame #gamedev #animation

On a run play, a great rep and play from DL Nathan Jennings to make the stop⬇️ #FIU #CFB

Das Ende einer Ära: Legendärer Bloodborne-Helfer hängt die Sense an den Nagel Nach elf Jahren im Dienst der Community beendet ein treuer Bloodborne-Spieler sein Engagement als Koop-Helfer für… https://endenews.de/news/2026/das-ende-einer-ra-legend-rer-bloodborne-helfer-h-ngt-die-sense-an-den-nagel

Is Barry Lamar Bonds still the greatest living baseball player? 🤔

E desde o episódio #01 a animação não entregava movimentos tão bons! Muitas criatividade e ótimas atuações de personagens. Um deleite pros olhos.

It is now the law: Extending eligibility for occupational licenses to Dreamers is a great achievement for Wisconsin. My Democratic colleagues and I fought hard for this legislation.

..for those freedoms that we carelessly squander without a thought. I include myself in this awareness. And, the only time we (choose) to become aware of the fragility of our freedoms, of which there aren't many and those left are being attacked as we speak, is when the date says it's time to be ..

Good morning, everyone. 💖💖💖

🙌🏻Wrapping up 4️⃣ days at #TRA2026: 📣Showcased #smart & #sustainable #mobility with our #TransportForEurope partners 🗣️Exchanged views on a range of topics, including #multimodality, #AI, #automation & digitalisation 🥇Quizzed visitors about #ATM 👋🏻Slan #TRA2026! www.sesarju.eu/news/sesar-j...

The Boys really asked, “What if superheroes were just HR violations with capes.” You have not lived until you have seen a man weaponize anatomy nobody asked to see. Modern television is a cry for help. #TheBoys #fyp #DarkHumor #Cookeville #GetRoasted #cookevilletn

Improve your understanding of #autistic children’s likelihood of experiencing different forms of childhood #adversity and trauma at the 2026 Jack Tizard International Online Conference on #Trauma. With Dr. Connor Kerns. 🎟️ 👉 https://bit.ly/4cxGPsJ

Happy Light Jacket Day to all who celebrate! I hope your day is not too hot nor not too cold

Què hem de saber del partit d'avui? @CFIgualada_ @turopeira 18h El viurem a @laxarxames ! TV, app i web! @XaviFer_XF @RomanCarrillo26 , entrenador Quim Pelfort, de @TaronjaAnoia #1cat2 #LligaElit #futbolcat

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Disabled survivor ordered to pay the man she reported for assault. Sara escaped abuse while becoming disabled and is now facing devastating court-ordered costs she cannot survive alone. If you can’t donate, sharing matters. gofund.me/8b3517410 #BelieveSurvivors

A first-of-its-kind school using AI instead of teachers is coming to Chicago this fall. But how will it work? What to know about the new approach and how it could possibly keep teachers in the workforce. Find this story on CBSChicago.com.

#ICYMI Yesterday we announced the arrival of #SlimeRancher on mobile for this May 26th! And you can already pre-order the game and get a 10% off reduction! 🍎 bit.ly/SR-PreOrdiOS 🤖 bit.ly/SR-PreRegAndroid

We are at the FNHMA 13th Annual National Conference in beautiful Montreal! If you’re attending the opening reception tonight, stop by Booth #18 to talk to our staff about our data sovereignty work, explore our job opportunities, pick up some of our great FNIGC swag and enter our raffle!

Am Montagvormittag überfiel ein bewaffneter Mann eine Bankfiliale in #Ferlach. Er befindet sich weiterhin auf der Flucht. #banküberfall #kärnten

New Total Nileation. The stories you should be getting, but aren't. Link in bio.

🔥🛢️Multiple fire sources recorded at Russia’s Saratov Oil Refinery following an overnight drone attack. The refinery has a processing capacity of roughly 7 million tons of oil per year

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Holy %*+#! The podcast just reached 90,000 subscribers on YouTube! We’re on track to accomplish my biggest goal for 2026, earning the 100k subscribers silver YouTube plaque, in the next month and a half or so! You can help us get there by subscribing at www.youtube.com/joelmartinma...

CHIAKI just walking off screen with the stolen belt

In May 2026, SETI Institute scientists and affiliates contributed to a wide range of conversations spanning planetary science, astrobiology, exoplanet discovery, and the search for extraterrestrial intelligence. 🧪 🔭 👩‍🔬 Read the full stories: www.seti.org/news/may-rou...

MacFarlane: 60 minutes is still going to be on. Jen. After the greatest television program ratings deliverer of all—the NFL. It'll still be Patrick Mahomes and 60 minutes. It'll still be Josh Allen and 60 minutes, which means people are going to, if nothing else, stumble upon the new show.

"At least one Palestinian reported killed, and several others injured, in an Israeli strike that targeted a gas station, central Gaza city"(QNN) #Israel #Gaza

An incredible milestone and an inspiration to all 🤝 🩵| #VitalityBlast

Oh Boy: Patriots HC Mike Vrabel makes it clear that AJ Brown was not to blame for his issues in Philly. "I’m not trying to figure out what happened in Philadelphia." Brown will thrive in New England...👀 Original post

The Integrity Foundation’s Build Day in Utah brought together hundreds of volunteers to transform a 40-year-old park into a safe, modern and accessible space for families! Learn more: bit.ly/4einD3a #Announcement #Integrity #IntegrityFoundation #ForTheGoodDaysAhead #PuttingPeopleFirst

#NarcoRubio : "A country that cannot build ships, or produce medicine, or control immigration, or access vital resources cannot defend its people, cannot defend its interests, and cannot defend its way of life." 🤡 --Well.. is clear that US can do that, BUT is doing NOTHING for their own people