# fact brief (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 4 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover fact brief. Page: Feed: --- ## [Sea Dogs comeback bid thwarted by Flying Squirrels](https://www.pressherald.com/2026/08/25/sea-dogs-comeback-bid-thwarted-by-flying-squirrels/) _2026-08-26 · Staff report · The Portland Press Herald_ Despite a home run and three RBI from Justin Gonzales, Portland loses a series opener in Virginia. ## [Maine DEP sues company over cleanup of contaminated Orrington site](https://www.pressherald.com/2026/08/25/maine-dep-sues-company-over-cleanup-of-contaminated-orrington-site/) _2026-08-25 · Drew Johnson · The Portland Press Herald_ Mallinckrodt US LLC operated a chemical manufacturing plant along the Penobscot River in Orrington that discharged up to a dozen metric tons of mercury in the late 1960s and early 1970s. ## [See photos from Tuesday’s Kennebunk-Noble volleyball match](https://www.pressherald.com/2026/08/25/see-photos-from-tuesdays-kennebunk-noble-volleyball-match/) _2026-08-25 · Scott Martin and Gregory Rec · The Portland Press Herald_ The Rams and the Knights are preparing for the regular season. ## [Leaving ‘The Beach’ behind, and other things we learned at Greely field hockey practice](https://www.pressherald.com/2026/08/25/leaving-the-beach-behind-and-other-things-we-learned-at-greely-field-hockey-practice/) _2026-08-25 · Drew Bonifant · The Portland Press Herald_ The Rangers have been trying to break into the semifinals of the Class B South tournament, and an experience-laden roster could give them the boost they need. ## [Ranked-choice voting will be used in U.S. Senate race in Maine](https://www.pressherald.com/2026/08/25/ranked-choice-voting-will-be-used-in-u-s-senate-race-in-maine/) _2026-08-25 · Rachel Ohm · The Portland Press Herald_ A total of 6 write-in candidates have formally declared in the race, meaning a ranked-choice ballot will be used. ## [Have a seat, JD, you may be waiting a while | Opinion](https://www.pressherald.com/2026/08/25/have-a-seat-jd-you-may-be-waiting-a-while-opinion/) _2026-08-25 · Jason Cook · The Portland Press Herald_ Despite the vice president's tough talk during a visit to Brewer on Monday, Canada is in no hurry to return to the bargaining table in its developing trade war with the Trump administration. ## [Un père de Scarborough placé en détention par l’ICE pour la deuxième fois. Sa famille est dévastée.](https://www.pressherald.com/2026/08/25/un-pere-de-scarborough-place-en-detention-par-lice-pour-la-deuxieme-fois-sa-famille-est-devastee/) _2026-08-25 · Salomé Cloteaux and Dana Richie · The Portland Press Herald_ Jonas Manywa ne sait pas s’il rentrera chez lui — ou s’il sera expulsé vers un pays potentiellement dangereux. ## [Maine nonprofit launches $20M fund to help farmers adapt to climate change](https://www.pressherald.com/2026/08/25/maine-nonprofit-launches-20m-fund-to-help-farmers-adapt-to-climate-change/) _2026-08-25 · Penelope Overton · The Portland Press Herald_ Corporate and philanthropic dollars are rescuing soil health programs across New England after federal cuts left a massive funding void. ## [‘It won’t go well for them’: Jared Golden sticks with Trump in Canada tariff fight](https://www.pressherald.com/2026/08/25/it-wont-go-well-for-them-jared-golden-sticks-with-trump-in-canada-tariff-fight/) _2026-08-25 · Billy Kobin · The Portland Press Herald_ Golden, the 2nd District Democrat who is not seeking reelection, has repeatedly backed Trump's aggressive tariff actions that are once again putting U.S.-Canada relations to the test. ## [Why the Supreme Court ruling on mail voting won’t have an immediate impact in Maine](https://www.pressherald.com/2026/08/25/why-the-supreme-court-ruling-on-mail-voting-wont-have-an-immediate-impact-in-maine/) _2026-08-25 · Rachel Ohm · The Portland Press Herald_ An injunction in a separate court case is preventing changes to mail-in ballots from taking place for now, Secretary of State Shenna Bellows says. ## [Refer a Friend, Earn Rewards (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/kelnbJdctNrF) _2026-08-25 · **Sponsored**_ Earn rewards when friends get the Graphite Business Card through your referral. ## [Susan Collins supports Trump’s agenda | Letter](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/susan-collins-supports-trumps-agenda-letter/) _2026-08-23 · Deb Sayer · Centralmaine.com_ If we had a President Romney, Susan Collins would likely be coasting to another term in the Senate as a moderate Republican. Sadly, she is a stalwart of the party that current Maine gubernatorial candidate Rick Bennett says he can no longer recognize. Unlike the very conservative Republican Liz Cheney, she has chosen to stay \[…\] ## [Collins’ record is not pro-feminist | Letter](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/collins-record-is-not-pro-feminist-letter/) _2026-08-23 · Deb Sayer · Centralmaine.com_ As a feminist older than Cynthia Dill and a former high school basketball and field hockey player, I was stunned by her calling Susan Collins a “feminist” (“Susan Collins is a feminist’s best investment,” Aug. 2). I, like Dill, have questions about transgender women playing women’s sports. I believe we simply do not know yet \[…\] ## [We spent the night at southern Maine’s most remote location](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/maine-halfway-rock-light-station-historic-preservation-lighthouse/) _2026-08-23 · Andrew Rice · Centralmaine.com_ Halfway Rock Light Station continues to inspire obsession. For owner Ford Reiche, it's about historic preservation. ## [As algal blooms rise, Androscoggin Lake groups fight to ‘keep it blue’](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/as-algal-blooms-rise-androscoggin-lake-groups-fight-to-keep-it-blue/) _2026-08-23 · Sara Coughlin · Centralmaine.com_ Androscoggin Lake has been experiencing more frequent algal blooms for the past five years, and the community is determined to find long-term solutions. ## [My memorable maiden voyage to Vinalhaven | Victoria Hugo-Vidal](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/my-memorable-maiden-voyage-to-vinalhaven-victoria-hugo-vidal/) _2026-08-23 · Victoria Hugo-Vidal · Centralmaine.com_ I had never been to the scenic Maine enclave before a recent day trip to celebrate my wife's birthday. Turns out I was missing a lot. ## [It’s the billionaire class vs. the rest of us. That’s why Troy Jackson is the only choice. | Opinion](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/its-the-billionaire-class-vs-the-rest-of-us-thats-why-troy-jackson-is-the-only-choice-opinion/) _2026-08-23 · Heidi Bertels · Centralmaine.com_ I trust that whatever Jackson does will always be with the working class in mind. ## [Jail deaths go way beyond just the dimensions of a cell | Opinion](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/jail-deaths-go-way-beyond-just-the-dimensions-of-a-cell-opinion/) _2026-08-23 · Valerie Kazarian · Centralmaine.com_ Spartan architecture isn't the problem. We need to realize that substance use and mental health disorders don't stop at the jail door. ## [Why are Muslims trusted to serve but questioned when they lead? | Opinion](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/why-are-muslims-trusted-to-serve-but-questioned-when-they-lead-opinion/) _2026-08-23 · Abdullahi Ahmed · Centralmaine.com_ Americans should think long and hard about this disturbing double standard. ## [Disappointed with Susan Collins and New England Republicans | Letter](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/disappointed-with-susan-collins-and-new-england-republicans-letter/) _2026-08-23 · Deb Sayer · Centralmaine.com_ Many of us here in Alabama are watching the Senate race in Maine with great interest. Our one-party state elects candidates who never veer from the most right-wing positions. For years, we have looked to senators like Susan Collins to provide bits of relief. Sadly, those rays of hope have been far too few. Our \[…\] ## [Maine’s lobstermen have Sen. Collins’ back | Letter](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/maines-lobstermen-have-sen-collins-back-letter/) _2026-08-23 · Deb Sayer · Centralmaine.com_ The thousands of Maine fishermen who make their living on the sea will have Sen. Susan Collins’ back this November, because she’s always had our back. I am a lobsterman who lobsters out of Cushing. When Democrats tried to unfairly regulate one of Maine’s most successful, important and historically significant industries, Sen. Collins secured funding \[…\] ## [Sync bookmarks across every browser (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/LAaZ6CM5a4Wi) _2026-08-23 · **Sponsored**_ Two-way sync across Chrome, Firefox and Safari; built-in ad and tracker blocker. ## [No relief in sight for South Snohomish County utility bills](https://mymltnews.com/no-relief-in-sight-for-south-snohomish-county-utility-bills/) _2026-08-23 · Teresa Wippel · My MLT News_ About 50 residents gave up a beautiful summer evening to learn the reasons behind their increasing utility bills during a Mountlake Terrace-sponsored regional water and wastewater town hall Wednesday, Aug. \[…\] ## [Obituary: Bethany Lynn (Joseph) Tuttle](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/obituarybethany-lynn-joseph-tuttle-2/) _2026-08-23 · obituaries · Centralmaine.com_ WATERVILLE - Bethany Lynn (Joseph) Tuttle, 43, passed away on July 27, 2026. Bethany was born on June 13, 1983 in Waterville ... ## [Obituary: Walter Sanderson “Sandy” Day](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/obituarywalter-sanderson-sandy-day-4/) _2026-08-23 · obituaries · Centralmaine.com_ OAKLAND - The Family of Walter Sanderson Day would like to announce the burial of “Sandy” on Saturday, Aug. 29 at ... ## [Death Notice: Bethany Lynn (Joseph) Tuttle](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/obituarybethany-lynn-joseph-tuttle/) _2026-08-23 · obituaries · Centralmaine.com_ Tuttle, Bethany Lynn (Joseph) 43, of Waterville, July 27. Service 11 a.m., Aug. 29, Blessed Hope Church, Waterville, then reception ... ## [Obituary: Carlton L. Pratt](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/obituarycarlton-l-pratt-2/) _2026-08-23 · obituaries · Centralmaine.com_ WINTHROP - Carlton L. Pratt passed away peacefully on Aug. 10, 2026, at the age of 81. He was born on March ... ## [Death Notice: Walter Sanderson “Sandy” Day](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/obituarywalter-sanderson-sandy-day-3/) _2026-08-23 · obituaries · Centralmaine.com_ ## [Obituary: Stephen Meyer Hatch](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/obituarystephen-meyer-hatch-2/) _2026-08-23 · obituaries · Centralmaine.com_ AUGUSTA - Stephen Meyer Hatch died on July 24, 2026 at Augusta Maine General after a long illness. He was born, ... ## [Death Notice: Carlton L. Pratt](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/obituarycarlton-l-pratt/) _2026-08-23 · obituaries · Centralmaine.com_ Pratt, Carlton L. 81, of Winthrop, Aug. 10. Service w/ honors 2 p.m., Aug. 25, Maine Veterans Cemetery, Augusta. Care of ... ## [Death Notice: Stephen Meyer Hatch](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/obituarystephen-meyer-hatch/) _2026-08-23 · obituaries · Centralmaine.com_ Hatch, Stephen Meyer 70, in Augusta, July 24. Celebration of life held later. Care of Kincer Funeral Home, Richmond. ... ## [Death Notice: Andrew Michael Michaud](https://www.pressherald.com/2026/08/23/obituaryandrew-michael-michaud/) _2026-08-23 · obituaries · The Portland Press Herald_ Michaud, Andrew Michael 26, of Gray, Aug. 14. Celebration at a later date. ... ## [Play Both Sides Of The Lie (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/EieVq9nYaBbe) _2026-08-23 · **Sponsored**_ Two operatives, one manufactured war — uncover the Complete Truth after both campaigns. ## [Obituary: Roger C. Adams Jr.](https://www.pressherald.com/2026/08/23/obituaryroger-c-adams-jr-2/) _2026-08-23 · obituaries · The Portland Press Herald_ WEST SIMSBURY, Conn. - Roger C. Adams Jr. of West Simsbury, Conn., died at the age of 92 on Aug. 20, ... ## [Death Notice: Norman E. Walker](https://www.pressherald.com/2026/08/23/obituarynorman-e-walker/) _2026-08-23 · obituaries · The Portland Press Herald_ Walker, Norman E. 88, of Westbrook, July 18. Service 1 p.m., Aug. 31, Westbrook-Warren Congregational Church Westbrook ... ## [Obituary: Jacqueline J. Elderkin](https://www.pressherald.com/2026/08/23/obituaryjacqueline-j-elderkin-2/) _2026-08-23 · obituaries · The Portland Press Herald_ BOOTHBAY - Jacqueline J. Elderkin passed away peacefully the evening of July 25, 2026 at the age of 96. Born in Bingham, ... ## [Death Notice: Robert B. “Skip” Smaha](https://www.pressherald.com/2026/08/23/obituaryrobert-b-skip-smaha/) _2026-08-23 · obituaries · The Portland Press Herald_ Smaha, Robert B. “Skip” 79, of Concord, N.H., Aug. 9, in Portland. Liturgy outside of Mass, 10 a.m., Sept. 5, Brookings-Smith, ... ## [Death Notice: Michael Barr](https://www.pressherald.com/2026/08/23/obituarymichael-barr/) _2026-08-23 · obituaries · The Portland Press Herald_ Barr, Michael 39, of Windham, Aug. 17. ... ## [Obituary: Jeffrey Alan “Jeff” Vincent](https://www.pressherald.com/2026/08/23/obituaryjeffrey-alan-jeff-vincent-2/) _2026-08-23 · obituaries · The Portland Press Herald_ WESTBROOK - Jeffrey Alan “Jeff” Vincent, 61, died peacefully on Aug. 14, 2026, at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House in Scarborough after ... ## [Obituary: Charles “Chucky” Cogswell](https://www.pressherald.com/2026/08/23/obituarycharles-chucky-cogswell-2/) _2026-08-23 · obituaries · The Portland Press Herald_ PORTLAND - Charles “Chucky” Cogswell, 78, passed away June 15, 2026. Chucky was born Oct. 28, 1947, the eldest of four ... ## [Death Notice: Linda L. Johnson](https://www.pressherald.com/2026/08/23/obituarylinda-l-johnson/) _2026-08-23 · obituaries · The Portland Press Herald_ Johnson, Linda L. 78, of Casco, Aug. 15. Family graveside service at a later date. ... ## [Red Sox score 3 in 9th for walk-off win against Giants](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/22/red-sox-score-3-in-9th-for-walk-off-win-against-giants/) _2026-08-23 · Associated Press · Centralmaine.com_ Eli White scores the winning run, a play upheld by replay, and Boston rallies to beat San Francisco. ## [Affordability in South Snohomish County: Part 1 – The K-shaped economy is real](https://mymltnews.com/affordability-in-south-snohomish-county-part-1-the-k-shaped-economy-is-real/) _2026-08-23 · Teresa Wippel · My MLT News_ Part 1 of a four-part series. For some, the affordability crisis is so real: It’s weekly visits to the food bank for the first time in their lives. It’s moving \[…\] ## [Patriots score late to earn preseason win over Eagles](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/22/patriots-score-late-to-earn-preseason-win-over-eagles/) _2026-08-23 · Kyle Hightower - Associated Press · Centralmaine.com_ New England's backup QB Tommy DeVito throws for 151 yards in the first half as most starters for both teams sit. ## [Why local news matters: ‘I get to be part of the lifeblood of this place’](https://mymltnews.com/why-local-news-matters-i-get-to-be-part-of-the-lifeblood-of-this-place/) _2026-08-22 · Teresa Wippel · My MLT News_ My Neighborhood News Group reporter Larry Vogel has been telling our community’s stories for 15 years. Want to help fund this work? Donate today to our Support Local News and \[…\] ## [You’re invited to learn square dancing this fall](https://mymltnews.com/youre-invited-to-learn-square-dancing-this-fall/) _2026-08-22 · Teresa Wippel · My MLT News_ Are you looking for a fun way to socialize, have fun, and exercise both mind and body in a family friendly environment? The Mount Baker Square Dance Council invites you \[…\] ## [Timothy Bird guest speaker at Olympic Fly Fishers’ Sept. 8 meeting](https://mymltnews.com/timothy-bird-guest-speaker-at-olympic-fly-fishers-sept-8-meeting/) _2026-08-22 · Teresa Wippel · My MLT News_ The Olympic Fly Fishers of Edmonds is proud to feature local YouTube creator and saltwater fly fisher Timothy Bird as the guest speaker for the club’s first Fall meeting from \[…\] ## [Overnight SR 526 eastbound lane closure planned Aug. 24-27 in Everett for maintenance](https://mymltnews.com/overnight-sr-526-eastbound-lane-closure-planned-aug-24-27-in-everett-for-maintenance/) _2026-08-22 · Teresa Wippel · My MLT News_ The right lane of eastbound State Route 526 from East Casino Road to South Broadway Avenue in Everett will close nightly from 9 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. the following day \[…\] ## [Sept. 12: Mike Meeks Memorial Pickleball Tournament to support student scholarships](https://mymltnews.com/mike-meeks-memorial-pickleball-tournament-sept-12-to-support-student-scholarships/) _2026-08-22 · Teresa Wippel · My MLT News_ Community members and pickleball enthusiasts will gather at Harbor Square Athletic Club in Edmonds Sept. 12 for the Mike Meeks Memorial “Pickleball for a Purpose” Tournament. The event honors the \[…\] ## [Lebanon man shot at moving car, police say](https://www.pressherald.com/2026/08/22/lebanon-man-shot-at-moving-car-police-say/) _2026-08-22 · Madeleine Kaptein · The Portland Press Herald_ Zachary Shaw has been charged with reckless conduct with a dangerous weapon and criminal mischief. Police say there were no injuries. ## [Veteran artists of Wiscasset gallery show works in joint exhibition](https://www.pressherald.com/2026/08/22/veteran-artists-of-wiscasset-gallery-show-works-in-joint-exhibition/) _2026-08-22 · Monica Speranza Cochran · The Portland Press Herald_ The sixth annual exhibition of work by Neal Hughes and Crista Pisano at Sylvan Gallery runs through Sept. 27 ## [Damariscotta gallery opens annual abstract art exhibition](https://www.pressherald.com/2026/08/22/damariscotta-gallery-opens-annual-abstract-art-exhibition/) _2026-08-22 · Monica Speranza Cochran · The Portland Press Herald_ 'Abstract' at River Arts is on display through Sept. 26. ## [Midcoast chamber choir holding auditions now](https://www.pressherald.com/2026/08/22/midcoast-chamber-choir-holding-auditions-now/) _2026-08-22 · Monica Speranza Cochran · The Portland Press Herald_ St. Cecilia Chamber Choir rehearses Wednesday evenings at St. Andrew’s Church in Newcastle.