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Governor Mills Announces Opposition to Question 1
October 10, 2025 In her weekly radio address and column today, Governor Janet Mills urged Maine people to reject Question 1 on the November 4th ballot, saying the proposal would make it harder for many Mainers to exercise their right to vote....
MEDIA RELEASE: Maine DOE Announces Plans to Strengthen ‘Back-to-Basics’ Reading and Math Skills
New plans to teach essential skills for Maine students will emphasize evidence-based instruction, educator training, and academic partnerships. Augusta, MAINE—At the direction of Governor Janet Mills, the Maine Department of Education (DOE) today...

Attorney General James Challenges Federal Government’s Unlawful Deployment of National Guard in Oregon
NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today joined a coalition of 23 other states in supporting Oregon and California’s lawsuit opposing the administration’s unlawful federalization and deployment of the National Guard in Portland. In...

Maine Listings Reveals New Brand Identity, Strategy to Reinforce Real Estate Data Leadership
Maine Listings unveils a new brand identity with a fresh logo, reflecting its mission to be the nation’s most customer-focused statewide MLS. PORTLAND, ME, UNITED STATES, October 6, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Maine Listings, a leader in real...

Maine Student Leader Nathan Prest Honored with 2025 FosterClub Outstanding Young Leader Award
The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is proud to celebrate Nathan Prest, a student leader and advocate, for being named a 2025 FosterClub Outstanding Young Leader. This national recognition honors exceptional youth with lived experience in...

Maine Listings Unveils New Brand Identity and Strategy to Reinforce Real Estate Data Leadership
PORTLAND, Maine, Oct. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Maine Listings, a leader in real estate data and technology services across New England and one of the nation’s oldest statewide MLS organizations, today is launching a fresh new brand identity...
Maine Recognized Nationally for Digital Equity and Human-Centered Innovation in 2025 Government Experience Awards
The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is proud to announce that Maine has been recognized in the 2025 Government Experience Awards, presented by the Center for Digital Government (CDG). These national awards honor states, cities, counties, and...

Maine Schools Strengthen Global Connections in the Fall of 2025
As a new season of learning unfolds, Maine classrooms are building on the strength of global connections. Through community celebrations, exchanges, and new language resources, students and educators are experiencing how language and culture are...

Maine DACF Opens Applications for $3.5 Million in PFAS Research Grants
MAINE, October 1 - Back to current news. October 1, 2025 Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry AUGUSTA - The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF) announced today that the Fund to Address PFAS...

Maine DACF Opens Applications for $3.5 Million in PFAS Research Grants
MAINE, October 1 - Back to current news. October 1, 2025 Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry AUGUSTA - The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF) announced today that the Fund to Address PFAS...

Governor Mills Statement on Northern Light & Anthem Contract Negotiations
October 1, 2025 Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement in response to an announcement by Northern Light and Anthem that they have agreed to a temporary contract extension as negotiations continue: "Today, I met personally with...

Governor Mills Statement on Federal Government Shutdown
October 1, 2025 Governor Janet Mills today issued the following statement after the Federal government experienced a lapse in appropriations at the end of Fiscal Year 2025: "This type of dysfunction is exactly what Maine people can't stand about...

Governing Magazine Names Attorney General Tong Among 2025 Public Officials of the Year
Press Releases 10/01/2025 Governing Magazine Names Attorney General Tong Among 2025 Public Officials of the Year (Hartford, CT) – Governing Magazine has named Attorney General William Tong among its 2025 Public Officials of the Year. In its latest...

Governor Mills Announces Reduction of Heating Oil Reliance in Maine
Maine's reliance on home heating oil has dropped nearly 20 percent under the Mills Administration, driven by adoption of cost-saving, energy efficient heat pumps Governor Janet Mills today announced that the share of Maine households reliant on...

Senate again fails to pass CR, government shutdown continues
The federal government shutdown will continue as the Senate Oct. 3 failed to adopt a government funding deal. The latest attempt to pass the House-passed continuing resolution failed by a 54-44 vote, while another attempt on a short-term funding...

Window World of Southern Maine Details Customer-Focused & Energy-Efficient Window Installation
WESTBROOK, ME, UNITED STATES, October 3, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Window World of Southern Maine is a locally owned window installation company serving homeowners across Southern Maine and parts of New Hampshire. Founded in 2013, the company...

Window World of Southern Maine Outlines Process & Benefits of Replacement Windows
WESTBROOK, ME, UNITED STATES, October 3, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Window World of Southern Maine describes its role as an exterior remodeler offering windows, doors, and siding for homeowners in Maine and select New Hampshire counties. A...

Reminder to Register for the Maine Green Schools Symposium on November 7
The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is thrilled to announce Maine’s first-ever Green Schools Symposium—a groundbreaking event celebrating climate education and sustainability leadership across Maine’s schools. It will take place on Friday,...

Senate fails to pass CR, government shutdown begins while some health programs expire
A second Senate vote on the House-passed continuing resolution to fund the federal government failed to pass Sept. 30 by a 55-45 vote, leading to a federal government shutdown that began Oct. 1. Sens. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev., John...