May 1, 2026

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After a late-night vote in Portland, what new rule put a proposed 3,300-seat concert hall tied to Live Nation in jeopardy?

A ban on amplified music after 9 p.m. An expanded required buffer between large music venues A moratorium on new liquor licenses for theaters

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Why did Gov. Janet Mills reject a bill that would have paused new large data-center permitting in Maine?

She said the pause would undermine a proposed Jay mill redevelopment into a data center She said the pause was unconstitutional under Maine’s home-rule laws She said the pause duplicated a federal ban already in effect

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Which Medicare Advantage insurer will InterMed stop accepting starting in 2027, affecting about 4,500 patients?

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Martin’s Point Medicare Advantage Aetna Medicare Advantage

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When Portland ordered Y%F Coffee to shut its doors, what was the main reason given by the city?

A failed health inspection tied to food-safety violations A noise complaint ruling triggered by nearby residents Operating without required approvals and with multiple code violations

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At the April 22, 2026 World Beer Cup in Pennsylvania, which category did Allagash win gold in?

Belgian-Style Strong Specialty Ale Belgian-Style Witbier American-Style Wheat Beer

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What factor did Gov. Janet Mills cite as she suspended her campaign for U.S. Senate?

Campaigning conflicts with her current duties as governor Lack of financial resources to continue the campaign Her polling numbers in the race for the Democratic nomination

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