Bangor Daily News
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- Maine Democrats plan nomination convention to choose Platner replacement
The Maine Democratic Party plans a 600-person nominating convention to select a replacement for Senate candidate Graham Platner if he withdraws. The convention would include 500 delegates elected by county committees and 100 state committee members, with details to be announced soon.
- What happens next if Platner drops out? Here's who could replace him on the ballot and how it would work
Graham Platner, Maine's Democratic Senate candidate, faces potential withdrawal following allegations of rape, which could trigger a replacement by July 27 under state law. Troy Jackson, a former state Senate president, is among those considered as a replacement, while other Democrats like Dan Golden and the son of Sen. Angus King are also being discussed.
- Rumors about Platner's future in critical Senate race swirl after canceled events ahead of key deadline
Graham Platner, a Maine Senate candidate, faces rumors of withdrawal after multiple event cancellations without explanation, with conservative outlets and prediction markets speculating about his future. Controversies including abuse allegations, a Nazi-linked tattoo, and inflammatory posts have surrounded his campaign, while a key deadline on July 13 could allow the Maine Democratic Party to replace him if he withdraws.
- Maine county sees alarming spike in HIV cases, prompting action from health officials
Maine's Penobscot County has seen a significant spike in HIV cases, with 43 reported infections, prompting public health officials to take action. The outbreak is largely linked to injecting drugs and homelessness. Health officials warn that the actual number of infections may be higher than reported.
- Maine governor urges residents to stay clear after fiery lumber mill explosion in Searsmont
A fiery explosion occurred at a lumber mill in Searsmont, Maine, with authorities investigating and providing assistance. The cause of the fire is unknown, and officials have not released the number of injuries or fatalities. Maine Governor Janet Mills has urged residents to stay clear of the area.
- Conservatives torch ‘climate refugee’ couple after Texas escape ends in ‘literal crap show’
A Maine couple who moved from Texas due to climate change concerns found human feces on their front porch, sparking mockery from conservative commentators. The couple, Shawn and Sara Good, had relocated to Bangor after facing four catastrophic weather events in Texas. Conservative voices criticized the couple and the local news outlet for framing the incident as a positive aspect of their move.
- Conservatives torch ‘climate refugee’ couple after Texas escape ends in ‘literal crap show’
A Maine couple, Shawn and Sara Good, who relocated from Texas due to climate change concerns, found human feces on their front porch, prompting mockery from conservative commentators. The incident highlighted the city's homelessness issue, with local voices criticizing the couple's positive spin on the situation. Conservative voices argued that the couple faced a better fate than another Maine couple who were murdered in front of their children.