Press Releases

State of Maine Office of Governor

July 21, 2021 Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement today after the Federal government announced that the United States would keep its borders closed to nonessential travel until at least August 21, 2021: “The State of Maine is...

State of Maine Office of Governor

Special enrollment period for private health plans for this year ends August 15, extra financial help can make coverage more affordable AUGUSTA— Governor Janet Mills and Commissioner of the Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)...

State of Maine Office of Governor

July 27, 2021 Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement today after the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S. CDC) issued updated COVID-19 public health recommendations on when to wear face coverings: “I have directed the...

Maine Department of Education

From the Maine Department of Education News & Updates Celebrating ‘Arts in Our Schools’ Month in March Each March, Maine schools fill with music, color, and stories.

Maine Department of Education

As spring arrives across Maine, bringing longer days and renewed energy to classrooms, the Maine Department of Education (DOE) Office of Teaching and Learning is inviting educators to participate in a new professional learning opportunity focused...

Maine Department of Education

The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is seeking outdoor learning stories from educators, administrators, and school staff to share during National Environmental Education Week from April 20-24, 2026. Have you used the great outdoors as a...

State of Maine Office of Governor

Three housing developments in Bangor, South Portland, and Portland will support community efforts to address chronic homelessness Governor Janet Mills and MaineHousing today announced the award of $12 million in grants through Maine's Home for...

Maine Senate Democrats

AUGUSTA — On Thursday, April 23, LD 713, presented by Sen. Nicole Grohoski, D-Ellsworth, was signed into law. As amended and newly titled, “An Act to Exclude Data Centers from the Business Equipment Tax Exemption and the Dirigo Business Incentives...

Maine Senate Democrats

AUGUSTA — On Thursday, April 23, LD 713, presented by Sen. Nicole Grohoski, D-Ellsworth, was signed into law. As amended and newly titled, “An Act to Exclude Data Centers from the Business Equipment Tax Exemption and the Dirigo Business Incentives...

Maine Department of Education

On February 27, 2026, approximately 20 educators gathered at the University of Maine at Machias for part of a new professional learning series, “Building Strong Foundations: Early Numeracy.” This initiative, presented by the Maine Department of...

State of Maine Office of Governor

Governor Janet Mills announced today that she has nominated Chief Deputy Attorney General Christopher Taub to serve as an Associate Justice on the Maine Supreme Judicial Court.

EIN Presswire

Legacy Properties Sotheby’s International Realty closed 328 transaction sides throughout the Midcoast Maine region, generating $292,255,211 in sold volume.

Maine International Trade Center

Officials from northern Maine, Boston and Canada came together on Friday afternoon to talk about cross-border trade and what it means to the region in an inaugural “Beyond Borders” panel in Madawaska.

Maine International Trade Center

Madawaska officials plan to kick off a business acceleration program later this year that will support northern Maine entrepreneurs with educational and financial assistance.

Maine Senate Democrats

AUGUSTA — On Wednesday, April 22, a bill sponsored by Senate Assistant Majority Leader Jill Duson, D-Portland, to bolster tenant privacy rights and provide guardrails against retaliation became law without the Governor’s signature, following...

Maine Senate Democrats

AUGUSTA — On Wednesday, April 22, a bill sponsored by Senate Assistant Majority Leader Jill Duson, D-Portland, to bolster tenant privacy rights and provide guardrails against retaliation became law without the Governor’s signature, following...

State of Maine Office of Governor

March 11, 2026 With a winter storm forecast to create hazardous travel conditions across northern Maine, Governor Janet Mills has directed state offices in Aroostook County to close at 12:00 p.m. today, Wednesday, March 11, 2026. The National...

Maine Senate Democrats

AUGUSTA — On Thursday, April 16, Gov. Janet T. Mills signed a bill sponsored by Senate Majority Leader Teresa S. Pierce, D-Falmouth, to localize emergency broadcasting services and deliver timely, geo-specific news alerts during severe weather and...

Maine Senate Democrats

AUGUSTA — On Thursday, April 16, Gov. Janet T. Mills signed a bill sponsored by Senate Majority Leader Teresa S. Pierce, D-Falmouth, to localize emergency broadcasting services and deliver timely, geo-specific news alerts during severe weather and...

Maine Department of Education

From the Maine Department of Education News & Updates Maine School Transportation Safety Commission Now Accepting Public Comment The work of the Maine School Transportation Safety Commission is officially underway following the first meeting of...