When Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mid-Maine submits grant proposals to foundations, the group breaks down program income budgets into three categories: committed, pending, and planned. Committed income ...

Gov. Jared Polis’ 2026-27 budget proposal, unveiled Friday, would increase statewide K-12 education spending by $276 million and fulfill funding promises made by lawmakers during this year’s ...

Penobscot County’s initial budget proposal for 2026 came in at more than $36 million, a nearly 20% increase over 2025.

While aiming to reduce non-defense discretionary spending and extend tax cuts, the proposal has raised concerns about its potential impact on retirees who rely on federal programs for income, ...

Council members will consider whether to go with Porterfield's substitute, the original proposal from Mayor Freddie O'Connell or another option entirely at the group's June 17 meeting. Porterfield's ...