Maine restaurants offer deals, free meals to residents set to lose SNAP benefits

Around 170,000 Mainers are expected to lose SNAP benefits if the federal government shutdown does not end by Nov. 1. MAINE, USA — Thousands of Mainers could lose SNAP benefits if the government does not open up by Nov. 1. Dozens of restaurants are...

How a small elite college in Maine influenced Zohran Mamdani’s world view

Politics The mayoral candidate has said his education at Bowdoin College was formative. But critics say that his degree exemplifies how colleges steep students in leftist dogma. New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani speaks during a rally,...

Today is the deadline to request a Maine absentee ballot

Presque Isle residents vote in 2023. For those who plan to vote absentee, Thursday, Oct. 30, is the deadline to request a ballot. (The County file photo) The deadline to request an absentee ballot is Thursday, Oct. 30. Thanks to Maine’s no-excuse...

Why Are Lawmakers Crusading Against Surge Pricing in Restaurants?

Gig companies like Uber and Lyft have popularized the economic concept of dynamic pricing (also known as "surge pricing"), making it a common phenomenon in our modern economy. Now, some restaurants are also considering more advanced dynamic...

Maine entrepreneurs share passion and ideas with big goal to boost business

Maine entrepreneurs gathered in Bangor for the Blitz Bangor Entrepreneurship Conference, a one-day event featuring workshops, panels, and networking opportunities BANGOR, Maine — In a room buzzing with ideas, passions, and determination, Maine...

Bank Fraud Suspect Located in Maine

October 29, 2025October 28, 2025 A woman suspected of multiple cases of fraud across the Panhandle has been identified and apprehended in Maine. Last week, the Alliance Police Department issued a press release, seeking the public’s help in...

Maine cannabis product recalled after unsafe levels of pesticide found

PORTLAND (WGME) -- A cannabis vaping product, manufactured and sold in Maine, now faces a recall because it may not be safe. The state received a complaint from someone who says they had an adverse reaction to the vape. The vape cartridges were...

Maine issues cannabis recall for adult-use vape cartridges

The Maine Office of Cannabis Policy has issued a health and safety recall for several types of adult-use products, vape cartridges sold in the state by NorCO Outdoor Cannabis, headquartered in Warren. The recalled products are Yani adult-use vape...

Maine’s yellow flag law failed my family. Vote yes on Question 2.

The BDN Opinion section operates independently and does not set news policies or contribute to reporting or editing articles elsewhere in the newspaper or on bangordailynews.com James LaPlante of South Portland is a father and small business owner...

U.S. Senate vote on nullifying tariffs on Canada shows opposition to Trump trade policy

Open this photo in gallery:Sen. Tim Kaine of Virginia is the Democrat pushing resolutions to terminate the national emergencies being used to impose tariffs.J. Scott Applewhite/The Associated Press The Senate passed legislation Wednesday that...

Maine-Endwell narrowly escapes Greene to advance to Class A Section IV Field Hockey final

ENDWELL, N.Y. (WBNG) -- Maine-Endwell hosted Greene in Field Hockey on Tuesday night to see who could punch their ticket to the championship against Windsor on Saturday. At the half Maine-Endwell led the Trojans by a score of 2-1 and in the second...

Maine has 260 food assistance programs. Find one near you.

Food stamp funding is set to be cut off on Saturday if the federal government shutdown continues, leaving 170,000 Mainers without the benefits that help pay for groceries. According to the Trump administration, funding will run out Friday for the...

Businesses rally to support Mainers as shutdown threatens SNAP benefits

Some Maine businesses are stepping up to help Mainers who are expected to lose their SNAP benefits starting on Saturday. On Saturday, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which provides food assistance to approximately 42 million...

On the move: Weaver adds partner to launch Boston office

The American Institute of CPAs honored finance professionals during the 2025 AICPA Forensic and Valuation Services Conference in Denver, bestowing the 2025 Forensic & Litigation Services Volunteer of the Year award to Adam Rabinowitz, co-lead of...

Financial Matters: Why co-ops matter

October is National Co-op Month and Maine is one of the strongest co-op states in the country. In this Financial Matters segment, Jon Paradise with Town and Country Federal Credit Union tells us why co-ops are important.

Maine restaurants pitch in to help residents set to lose SNAP benefits

Over 160,000 Mainers will lose SNAP benefits once November 1 rolls around. Dozens of restaurants from Ellsworth to South Portland are offering free meals to residents who will lose their benefits. Taj in South Portland is digging into its own...

Maine Democrat Rep. Jared Golden: Democrats are ‘lying’ about their strategy to win, and shutting down the government

(L) Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) speaks to reporters on October 21, 2025 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images) / (R) Jared Golden represents the Second District of Maine in the United States Congress. (Photo...

Where to find food in Seacoast NH and Maine if SNAP benefits stop

New clients are seeking assistance from Seacoast food pantries due to the four-week-long U.S. government shutdown and the looming halt of federal funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. On Nov. 1, federal funding for SNAP is set...

Maine Public Relations Council to host its annual conference in Portland on Nov. 7

PORTLAND — The Maine Public Relations Council, a statewide professional organization and a participating body of the nine-member Universal Accreditation Board for accreditation in public relations certification in the United States, will hold its...

Compliance Notes - Vol. 6, Issue 22

RECENT LOBBYING, ETHICS & CAMPAIGN FINANCE UPDATES Campaign Finance & Lobbying Compliance Kansas: Kansas Secretary of State Scott Schwab’s office proposed that candidates, lobbyists and political committees file campaign finance and lobbying...