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10/02/2026 · Piscataquis County
Trump Proposes $5,000 Payment if Republicans Win Midterms
President Donald Trump stated Wednesday that adult American citizens would receive a $5,000 'dividend' if Republicans maintain control of both the Senate and House of Representatives after the upcoming midterm elections.
9/11 Attacks Prompted New U.S. National Security Framework
The September 11 attacks represented a shift in national security challenges for the United States. Following the attacks, officials developed a new national security structure. This framework addressed the perceived threats.
09/27/2026
Sanders, Bannon to Discuss AI Regulation at Washington Event
Senator Bernie Sanders and former White House strategist Steve Bannon will share a platform in Washington D.C. They plan to advocate for faster congressional regulation of artificial intelligence.
09/27/2026
President Trump Dismisses AI Risk Concerns, Cites China Rivalry
President Trump recently expressed skepticism about certain artificial intelligence risk warnings, stating they focus on unlikely scenarios. He highlighted the United States' need to maintain a technological lead over China.
09/27/2026
Supreme Court Adds Immigration, Religious Zoning, Military Divorce Cases to Docket
The Supreme Court will hear arguments in three new cases early next year. These cases address the Trump administration's immigration detention policy, a religious organization's right to build a shrine under zoning laws, and the enforcement of military pension agreements in divorce settlements.
10/02/2026
New Early Release Program Begins for Incarcerated Individuals
A new early release program has begun, aimed at managing prison populations. Authorities anticipate the scheme will release around 4,500 incarcerated individuals by June 2027.
10/02/2026
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Route 113 Daytime Closures 8/29/2025 MAINE/NEW HAMPSHIRE - From September 8 to November 14, the Maine Department of Transportation will close Route 113 through the White Mountain National Forest to all vehicles from 7 A.M. to 5 P.M. on weekdays for a cable guardrail replacement project. The project area begins just south of the Spruce Hill Trail parking area and extends south to the Brickett Place. This project is expected to be completed by this fall. Bicyclists and pedestrians may continue to use the entirety of Route 113. Bikers and pedestrians will need to use caution when approaching a work zone and follow the flagger’s instructions. Onsite signage will be updated regularly to show which sections of Route 113 are closed to vehicles. All through traffic intending to use Route 113 should seek an alternate route between the hours of 7 A.M. to 5 P.M. Maine drivers should use Route 5 and New Hampshire drivers should use Routes 16 and 302 as an alternative route. The contractor on this project is CA Newcomb & Sons of Carmel, Maine. The contract amount is $1,412,910.00. MaineDOT will provide updates on the project as needed via our website.
Spurwink Bridge Work in Cape Elizabeth
Spurwink Bridge Work in Cape Elizabeth 8/29/2025 CAPE ELIZABETH - The Maine Department of Transportation will begin work on the Spurwink Bridge for a bridge wearing surface replacement project starting on September 2. Work is expected to be completed by the end of October 2025. The bridge and adjacent approach roadway will be reduced to one 12’ wide lane. Drivers should expect one-way alternating traffic that will be controlled with temporary traffic signals. The contractor on this project is Wyman & Simpson of Richmond, Maine. The contract amount for this project is $320,000.
Mitchell Bridge Closure in Scarborough
Mitchell Bridge Closure in Scarborough | Maine Department of Transportation Home Skip to top navigation Skip to side navigation Skip to content Skip to footer Mitchell Bridge Closure in Scarborough 8/26/2025 SCARBOROUGH – The Maine Department of Transportation will be closing the Mitchell Bridge on Mitchell Hill Road at the town line between Gorham & Scarborough on September 2 for up to 45 days for a culvert replacement project. There will be signage along the detour route. The detour uses Holmes Road, Beech Ridge Road, County Road/Route 22, and Burnham Rd. The anticipated completion date for this project is October 24. The contractor on this project is T. Buck Construction, Inc. of Turner, Maine. The contract amount is $940,000.
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