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Presque Isle and Houlton, MAINE -- Governor Janet Mills today visited Presque Isle and Houlton to meet with business and community leaders about economic development, workforce growth, and revitalization efforts in Aroostook County.

Governor also announces $2.7 million in awards by Maine Technology Institute to build a state-of-the-art life science laboratory facility in Maine

Governor Janet Mills today announced the creation of the Maine Life Sciences Center, a new initiative of the Maine Technology Institute (MTI) designed to attract investment and foster innovation in life sciences, one of Maine's fastest-growing economic sectors.

Governor also visits several communities in the Saint John Valley and Twin Rivers Paper Company to mark its 100th year of papermaking in Madawaska

Caribou, MAINE-- Governor Janet Mills today cut the ribbon on a new Amazon delivery warehouse in Caribou, the company's first official facility in Maine.

New cabinet-level department, replacing the Governor's Energy Office, will lead policy and planning to promote affordable, reliable energy for Maine people and businesses._

Governor Janet Mills today announced the official launch of the Maine Department of Energy Resources (DOER), a new cabinet-level department to lead State energy policy, programs and planning in support of more affordable and reliable energy for Maine people and businesses.

Expansion of global medical products company at Brunswick Landing is supported by Governor's new Dirigo Business Incentive Program

Twelve centers in seven counties will create 338 overnight beds to keep Maine people and families warm this winter

Governor Janet Mills and MaineHousing today announced $2.3 million in state grants to support the operation of 12 overnight emergency warming centers in seven Maine counties this winter.

Belfast, MAINE-- Governor Janet Mills today visited Waldo County to speak with Maine people, businesses leaders, farmers, and civic leaders.

Regional partnership of public health agencies and leaders will share expertise, improve coordination, and promote and protect evidence-based public health

Several Northeastern states -- including Maine -- and America's largest city have been collaborating since early 2025 and today formally announced the Northeast Public Health Collaborative, said Governor Janet Mills.

Governor also tours businesses in Westbrook and attends Naturalization Ceremony in Portland to mark Constitution Day

Windham, MAINE-- Governor Janet Mills today cut the ribbon on Space to Thrive, a new state-of-the-art child care center in Windham constructed using $250,000 from her Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan.

In Old Town, Governor also visits Old Town Canoe and Global Shipping Solutions

East Millinocket, MAINE -- Governor Mills today met with community leaders from Medway, Millinocket, and East Millinocket to discuss economic development, challenges, and opportunities in the Katahdin Region.

Governor criticizes $1.4 billion request and says it undermines landmark utility accountability law enacted in 2022

Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement in response to Central Maine Power's (CMP) filing today with the Maine Public Utilities Commission that seeks a rate increase of roughly $1.4 billion from Maine ratepayers over five years:

Governor also visits major local employers in Dover-Foxcroft and Guilford

Dover-Foxcroft, MAINE -- Governor Mills today met with small businessowners, representatives of major Piscataquis County employers, and local elected officials during a meeting organized by the Piscataquis County Economic Development Council at the Mill Inn and Café in Dover-Foxcroft.

Maine Bureau of Insurance also sends bulletin to state regulated insurers reinforcing that COVID-19 vaccines must be covered under Maine law

Governor Mills surveyed new equipment at Sanford Regional Technical Center secured through her Jobs Plan and visited Biddeford where a long-vacant downtown block has been revitalized into a new bowling alley and restaurant

York County, MAINE-- Governor Janet Mills yesterday visited the Sanford Regional Technical Center in Sanford to see firsthand how her Administration's record investments in career and technical education are helping Maine students enter the trades.

“Twenty-four years ago, Maine and the nation were forever changed by horrific acts of terrorism. Today, I join Maine people in pausing to remember the nearly 3,000 souls taken from us that day – including the six beloved citizens of Maine – and in saluting the courageous first responders who rushed toward danger and the thousands of brave military servicemembers who stepped up to keep our nation safe then and in the years since.

In remarks to Affordable Housing Conference, Governor also criticizes Trump tariffs for increasing housing costs as Maine continues efforts to address housing needs for Maine people and communities

Bangor, MAINE-- Governor Janet Mills today delivered opening remarks to kick off the Maine Housing 2025 Affordable Housing Conference in Bangor, highlighting her Administration's historic investment of $315 million to alleviate Maine's housing crunch since 2019 -- nearly five times the amount the state dedicated to housing production from 2000 to 2018.

In two iconic Kennebec County downtowns, Governor celebrates progress on housing supported by historic investments under her Administration

Gardiner and Waterville, MAINE-- Governor Mills today visited two iconic central Maine downtowns, Gardiner and Waterville, where investments under her Administration are supporting new housing developments that are strengthening the local economy and supporting future growth.

In her Radio Address this weekend, Governor Janet Mills encouraged Maine people to be prepared for extreme weather and other natural disasters. She has proclaimed September to be "Preparedness Month" in Maine.

Applications are being accepted by the Dept. of Economic & Community Development now through Friday, October 17, 2025

Governor Janet Mills today announced that the Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) is now accepting applications for the annual Governor's Award for Business Excellence.

Potential end of Federal tax credits is already driving up health insurance premiums in Maine, according to Maine Bureau of Insurance; Governor warns that failing to extend tax credits this month would put health coverage out of reach for thousands of Maine people

Augusta, MAINE – Governor Janet Mills today urged Congress to extend a critical tax credit that helps Maine people afford their health insurance. 

Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement in honor of Labor Day 2025:

As overdose deaths continue to decline in Maine, Governor urges continued commitment to fighting the opioid epidemic

Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement today in honor of International Overdose Awareness Day:

Consistent with a directive of the President, Governor Janet Mills has ordered that the United States and the State of Maine flags be lowered to half-staff until sunset on August 31, 2025.

Governor Mills issued the following statement:

As commissioner, Figueroa’s strong fiscal management led DAFS through unprecedented challenges to deliver responsible balanced budgets and a record Budget Stabilization fund 

Augusta, MAINE – Governor Janet Mills announced today that Kirsten LC Figueroa, Commissioner of the Maine Department of Administrative and Financial Services (DAFS), will retire on October 31, 2025, following nearly 30 years of dedicated service to the State of Maine. 

Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement on the passing of Hall of Fame jockey Ron Turcotte, who died today at the age of 84 in his hometown of Drummond, New Brunswick, Canada: