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

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.

A proposed #datacenter in Jay, #Maine, can proceed after clearing a legislative hurdle when votes from the House and Senate fell short of the two‑thirds needed to override Gov. Janet Mills’ veto. Monitor Local editor Judith Meyer breaks down the proposed project and the failed temporary moratorium.

Incumbent Rep. Chellie Pingree has repeatedly cruised to re-election. On June 9, #Republicans will be choosing between two #primary candidates to challenge her in the general #election: Ron Russell, who lost to her in 2024, and newcomer Joshua Pietrowicz. Here's why they are running.

A quarter of rural voters in U.S. Senate battleground states said they are more likely to make voting decisions based on their faith than on their finances. This includes voters in #Maine. Sean Scott breaks down data from a recent poll done in rural counties across 13 states.

Absentee #voting is underway in Maine's June 9th #primary. Our 2026 Voter Guide has all the information you need for state, local and national level races. It has candidate interviews, how #rankedchoicevoting in #Maine works, campaign finance and more. Check it out: themainemonitor.org/elections/

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.⁠

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...

Many people are switching to technologies that run on #electricity rather than #fossilfuels, reversing a past trend. Delger Erdenesanaa breaks down her latest story on how New England grid operator forecasts modest growth in demand over the next decade. themainemonitor.org/electricity-...

Donald Trump says he came up with the nickname “dumbocrat” while insulting Hakeem Jeffries as a “low IQ person” and “dumb guy.”

I adore her - Spicer and this mush too

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“Trump appeared to signal prior awareness of a Johnson–Farage electoral alignment in 2019, praising them as an ‘unstoppable force’. Shortly afterwards, the Brexit Party withdrew from 317 Tory-held seats — a pivotal moment in the election.”

More good days start with community. This May, CATCH is sharing programs, events, and resources that support mental health for kids, families, and our whole community all month long. #catchiscommunity #MHAM2026 #GoodDaysBuiltTogether

"Living with Humans" by Kal Fulsom a.co/d/ddaGXP1 Book 02 of the SHIFTERS series. A compelling story of two species, Humans & Elysians. A science fiction tale, weaving together personal relationships, cultural clashes, libertine lifestyles, new technology, and futurism.

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Colin Allred voted with Republicans to fund and enable ICE. Then he sent out mail saying he wants to “abolish ICE” after telling Dallas activists in this primary that there will always be an immigration enforcement agency. Now, when asked directly, it’s “time to move on.”

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Why some indie game companies feel like a AAA game company in disguise 💸 I do deep dives like this at twitch.tv/jmaagamespr so give me a follow if you enjoyed this! 🤗

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Slaf to Caufield for his 48th!

Xi warned Trump on Taiwan. Trump blinked.

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Day 461 - Cutting gasoline prices 50% by 19 JAN 2026 ? Just another broken promise. This video shows trump making that promise on 10 October 2024 at the Detroit Economic Club in Detroit Michigan. He also promised he'd end Russia/Ukraine war in ONE day, and to lower grocery prices on day 1. Nope.

Cope in the RUssian Duma 🤣 "About 11 trillion already f*cked." The State Duma noticed a huge federal budget deficit. "What are we going to do about it? Print money or what? Like in '92, when prices rose 30% every week," asked Deputy Gartung.

I’m so proud of my boys for winning Song of the Summer at the AMAS! Also shoutout to the duck in Namjoon’s hand

Es kam dann auf interessante Weise anders: Lukaschenko sprach es aus – und Oppositionsführerin Swjatlana Tichanowskaja erschien“, sagte der Präsident. t.me/c/2065328686...

AI will be used to estimate age of asylum seekers from next year! #news #worldnews #uk #uknews #ai #asylum #asylumseekers #migrants

The U.S. fentanyl crisis is like a Hollywood blockbuster; political theater is more thrilling than saving lives.

Why Health Is a Pillar of Global Peace! WHO experts discuss long COVID’s ongoing global impact, stressing recognition, research, and patient care. The message is clear: COVID-19 is not over, and millions still need support. Dr. Jamie Rylance | World Health Organization #LongCOVID

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The Blue Jays turned in a double play to end an Orioles rally with the bases loaded

Alex Nylander strikes first🚨 @torontomarlies.bsky.social | #WBSvsTOR | #CalderCup 📺💻📲: https://flosports.link/4cC9sC3

#FuerzasArmadasRTVE | Los helicópteros de la Patrulla ASPA realizan la manioba "Quijote" y el Solo de la patrulla la maniobra "Trebol", en la que efectúa virajes de 270º En #Canal24horas y #rtveplay

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"John Cornyn has not changed. The voters have changed." @davidmdrucker.bsky.social breaks down why Ken Paxton was going to win the Republican nomination for Texas Senate, regardless of Trump's endorsement.

"Sneaking into a Private Bathroom to Avoid Humiliation 😂" Hungover at my son’s fraternity Mom’s Weekend brunch… I’m about to throw up in front of all the other moms. Public bathroom? Nope. Too embarrassing. So I begged the house mom for her private bathroom in a total emergency 😂

Something everyone can get behind

Worthy winners PSG🏆 Paris Saint-Germain fans raise a "Free Palestine" banner in solidarity with Palestine✊🏼🇵🇸

Homefront also happened at the wake of GamerGate 2014. The US gov't wanted a chinese red scare, instead got a gamer uprising. Then there was a buffer starting in 2016 that would lead to a second gamer uprising in the 2020s. Masterful gambit, indeed.

Majority Leader Steve Scalise officially endorsed Julia Letlow for the U.S. Senate race. She made the June runoff and will face John Fleming for the GOP race. https://tinyurl.com/4zf5rw28

Just sharing some clips of me painting. Almost at the end of that butterfly piece, which is my latest… #art #painying #artistlife #paintingprocess #artists #artonbluesky #blueskyart #bskyart #acrylic #acrylicpainting #artlover #artcollector #modernart #modernpainying #traditionalart #creative #arts

It’s Credit Card Reduction Day, and a reminder that financial progress starts with a plan. Tune in to Episode 19 of the Mendoza Podcast, Ditching the Debt, where we talk about facing your debt, understanding what you owe, and building a plan to move forward.

Should Mark Carney follow Jean Chretien's playbook from 23 years ago, or is Trump's war in Iran totally different from Iraq circa 2003? Do you agree or disagree with @robbreakenridge.bsky.social? 👀 FULL: rtrj.info/030526Rob 🎧 FULL: rtrj.info/030526 #cdnpoli #Iran #IranWar #RealTalkRJ

To all the comedians who stood for free speech in the face of wokeness

getting used to the new deck today!

Cope brought disposal cameras for crowd JUST FOR THIS MOMENT! Watch #AEWDynamite LIVE on TBS + HBO Max

Council Member Soren Stevenson asked Moturi what accountability would look like. Moturi said he wants "O'Hara not be reappointed." And for officers who treated him disrespectfully, including the one who told him to "just move," to receive any kind of punishment.

Me waiting for it (jk! I am very patient!)

Ya know what I MAY have had a hand in that accidentally hilarious start to the mission

Me: "So, Jango? How'd I do against the Stormtroopers? And did I handle my blasters and jetpack well?" Jango: "You did quite well. And you handle that jetpack and those Westar-34s like a Mandalorian. You've certainly got what it takes to be one."

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ALL THE CREATURES WERE STIRRING! The perfect Holiday Horror anthology to dig into today! Our fresh Episode is available on our YouTube or you can listen wherever you get your podcasts! #Christmas2025 #HolidayHorror @juliacmarchese.bsky.social @theterigamble.bsky.social @sierrarein.bsky.social

🚨 Fox News host argues it’s time to normalize “Nazi”. This is so f*cking outrageous. What a dangerous idea. Absolutely un-American and deeply, deeply antisemitic. We can’t let sh*t like this pass!!

Dearly beloved We are gathered here today To celebrate this thing called baseball Byron Buxton hits a leadoff home run on Prince Night!

Boop is suited up and ready for a summer of soccer. ⚽️ We’ll be handing out these special-edition SEA26 Boop plushies featuring a soccer ball and the SEA26 logo at events during the month of June. @soundtransit will be doing the same! Stay tuned for event info and more!