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QUOTE OF THE DAY
— Ellsworth City Manager Charles Pearce, who was hired in 2024 and has since seen a wave of turnover among top managers at City Hall.
TODAY’S TOP STORIES
Threats against Maine lawmakers are soaring. From 23 reported cases in 2023 and 54 last year, the number of threats against state legislators is at 75 so far this year.
The price of an Islesboro mansion that sat unsold for years was slashed by $3 million. When it was first put up for sale in 2023, the island estate was the most expensive property listed in Maine.
Ellsworth City Hall has seen a wave of staff turnover in recent years. The director of planning, deputy city manager, economic development director, and parks and recreation director are among new hires.
A longtime UMaine hockey fan will be missing in the stands. Anne Dubraska Britt, who died on Sept. 13, and her late husband, Andrew, were season ticket holders since 1983 and rarely missed a home game.
NEWS FROM AROUND THE STATE
- Janet Mills launches Maine’s new Department of Energy Resources
- More homes are for sale across Maine
- Maine featured in 1st images from NASA’s new Earth-mapping satellite
- New details emerge about proposed county jail in Hampden
- 14-year-old boy arrested after allegedly leading Bangor police on chase in stolen car
- Person allegedly sprayed with gasoline after argument in Levant
- 29th HIV case detected in Penobscot County outbreak
- Acadia and state near agreement to repair storm-damaged MDI road
- Maine mass shooting survivors refile lawsuit after Pentagon watchdog report cites Army negligence
MAINE IN PICTURES
FROM THE OPINION PAGES
“The Great Society programs sought to create a more diverse, racially egalitarian society where opportunity could flourish for everyone, regardless of background. This meant directly attacking historical injustice.”
LIFE IN MAINE
This wildlife-watching hotspot is by the largest whirlpool in the Western Hemisphere.
Get the most out of your fall fishing with these tips.
Dexter High School is in the running for a $1 million football prize as one of 25 finalists.
