Mills launches official social media accounts

Gov. Janet Mills created new official accounts on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

Solar-panel plan for Blaine House sends a message

Maine's new governor solicits proposals for what's likely to be a visible affirmation of renewable energy.

‘New era’ looms for Maine and its tribes

The governor kindles hope, but tensions linger over the role she played as attorney general in regard to sovereignty issues.

Maine Tourmaline Necklace worn by governor for the first time

Mills names former House Speaker Hannah Pingree to head new office of innovation

Pingree says Maine's Office of Innovation and the Future will look for solutions in early-childhood education, the opioid crisis, broadband expansion and other areas.

This year’s legislative session may pit Mills against her own party on taxes

Maine's new governor has vowed not to raise taxes in her first 2-year budget proposal, but Democratic lawmakers' agenda calls for more state spending.

Debate brews over splitting Maine’s agriculture, conservation department

Some interest groups who represent farmers and conservationists want to break up the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, but Gov. Janet Mills has reservations.

The Wrap: Get ready, Maine, for a life of pie – or at least 2 days of it

Two Fat Cats plans a buffet on the dessert's national day. Other treats: Sip an inaugural brew, or try a Lincoln dinner.

Mills releases bonds for senior housing that LePage blocked for 3 years

The $15 million package would create an estimated 200 new affordable housing units, with $500,000 earmarked for home repairs for low-income seniors.

Some lawmakers pushing for Cabinet-level position to address opioid crisis

The Legislature will debate multiple proposals to create a specific position, and Gov. Janet Mills has said she plans to appoint an opioid czar as well.