Poll shows Platner with wide lead over Mills

‘Encouraging news’ in fight against invasive plant in Sokokis Lake. The state hopes herbicide stops the spread of brittle naiad, which can rapidly reproduce. Read this Maine Monitor story by Chris D'Angelo.

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Maine saw 6% decline in summer visits this year compared to summer 2024 | WGME

Graham Platner addresses tattoo resembling Nazi symbol at Ogunquit town hall | WMTW

New poll results show Platner with wide lead over Mills in Democratic Senate primary | Spectrum News Maine

Trump’s pick for U.S. Attorney in Maine appointed, pending Senate confirmation | Portland Press Herald

Community coalition launches hotline to verify and monitor ICE activity | News Center Maine

Poll results on Maine ballot questions show close contests on Nov. 4 | Spectrum News Maine (Maine Monitor context: Here’s what you need to know about Maine’s two ballot questions this November)

Two years after Maine passed a paid parent caregiver law, experts say it’s inaccessible | Portland Press Herald

Secretary of State switches ballot-delivery courier following illegal shipment | Maine Public

Bangor airport sees jump in travelers | Maine Public

Northern Light’s new president wants to keep building toward financial stability | Bangor Daily News

Question 1 could make it harder for Wabanaki citizens to vote | Maine Public (Maine Monitor context: Question 1 could stop Maine prisoners from voting)

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