Sate of Maine Office of Governor Press Releases

• Published on November 9, 2023 - 16:46 GMT

  

  Governor Mills, Attorney General Frey Announce Independent Commission to Investigate the Facts of the Tragedy in Lewiston

  Governor & AG to Commission: “All that we ask is that you follow the facts, wherever they may lead, and that you do so in an independent and objective manner, biased by no one and guided only by the pursuit of truth.” Governor Janet Mills and Attorney …

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• Published on November 6, 2023 - 23:49 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Announces Approval of Federal Relief for Maine Businesses Impacted by Lewiston Tragedy

  SBA Disaster Declaration requested by Governor Mills makes available low-interest loans to businesses and nonprofits impacted by shelter-in-place orders Governor Janet Mills announced today that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved her …

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• Published on November 3, 2023 - 21:01 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Joins President Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden in Lewiston

  Lewiston, MAINE – Governor Janet Mills joined President Joe Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden during their visit to Lewiston today to honor the victims of last week's tragedy and their families. After meeting with first responders, nurses, and others …

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• Published on November 2, 2023 - 18:51 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Requests Federal Relief for Maine Business Impacted by Lewiston Tragedy

  SBA Disaster Declaration would make available low-interest loans to businesses that closed in compliance with shelter-in-place orders Governor Janet Mills announced today that her Administration has requested that the U.S. Small Business Administration ( …

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• Published on November 1, 2023 - 22:36 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Statement on President and First Lady’s Visit to Lewiston on Friday Augusta, MAINE – Governor Janet Mills tonight ...

  November 1, 2023 Governor Janet Mills tonight issued the following statement on President Joe Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden’s visit to Lewiston on Friday:  “I deeply appreciate President Biden’s unwavering support of us in the wake of last week’s …

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• Published on November 1, 2023 - 16:52 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Announces Intent to Establish Independent Commission to Determine Facts Surrounding Lewiston Tragedy

  November 1, 2023 Governor Janet Mills today announced her intent to formally establish an independent commission of experts in the coming days to determine the facts and circumstances of the tragic October 25th shootings in Lewiston, including the months …

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• Published on November 1, 2023 - 16:52 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Announces Launch of Online Behavioral Health Request Portal to Support Mental Health Following Lewiston Tragedy

  November 1, 2023 Mills Administration encourages communities and organizations to request behavioral health support if needed Governor Janet Mills announced today that her Administration has launched an online form for communities and organizations to …

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• Published on October 31, 2023 - 18:25 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Visits Family Assistance Center in Lewiston to Thank Staff for Caring for Victims of Tragedy

  Lewiston, MAINE — Governor Janet Mills visited the Family Assistance Center in Lewiston today to personally thank Federal, State, and local staff who are providing comprehensive services to the victims impacted by last week’s shooting. The Mills …

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• Published on October 31, 2023 - 15:07 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Mourns Loss of Representative Lois Galgay Reckitt

  October 31, 2023 Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement today mourning the passing of Representative Lois Galgay Reckitt (D-South Portland): “Representative Reckitt was a tireless defender of the rights of women and girls throughout her life, …

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• Published on October 30, 2023 - 20:35 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Addresses Administration’s Response to Lewiston Tragedy, Outlines Actions in Days to Come

  Governor orders that flags remain lowered statewide for the next 18 days in honor of the 18 victims who lost their lives Governor Janet Mills today provided a comprehensive update on her Administration’s ongoing efforts to provide direct support to Maine …

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• Published on October 28, 2023 - 15:31 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Launches “Healing Together” Online Resource to Help Support to Lewiston Victims and Families

  October 28, 2023 Website identifies places for financial donations to support victims, families, and responders and responding organizations in wake of tragic shootings Lewiston, MAINE – Governor Janet Mills today announced the launch of a “Healing …

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• Published on October 28, 2023 - 02:35 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Statement on Discovery of the Body of Robert Card

  October 27, 2023 Lewiston, MAINE – Governor Janet Mills joined public safety officials at Lewiston City Hall tonight to announce that the deceased body of Robert Card of Bowdoin, the suspect sought in connection with Wednesday night’s tragedy in Lewiston, …

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• Published on October 28, 2023 - 00:11 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Visits Central Maine Medical Center to Thank Medical Professionals Caring for Lewiston Tragedy Victims

  October 27, 2023 Governor also offers support to victims, and their families and loved ones Lewiston, MAINE – Governor Janet Mills visited Central Maine Medical Center (CMMC) in Lewiston today to personally thank doctors, nurses, and other medical …

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• Published on October 27, 2023 - 23:23 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Recognizes Lives of Lewiston Shooting Victims

  October 27, 2023 Augusta, MAINE – After Maine State Police released the names of the 18 individuals killed during Wednesday night’s shootings in Lewiston, Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement recognizing their lives: “The victims of this …

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• Published on October 26, 2023 - 15:07 GMT

  

  Governor Mills: We Will Help Lewiston Carry This Grief

  Governor expresses solidarity with the people of Lewiston, commits full resources of Administration to locating person of interest, orders flags to half-staff statewide in honor of victims Lewiston, MAINE – In an address this morning to Maine people, …

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• Published on October 26, 2023 - 00:37 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Statement on Active Shooter in Lewiston

  October 25, 2023 Governor Janet Mills tonight released the following statement in response to an active shooter situation in Lewiston: "I am aware of and have been briefed on the active shooter situation in Lewiston. I urge all people in the area to …

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• Published on October 24, 2023 - 19:29 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Announces $6 Million Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan Program to Strengthen Sales of Maine Products Across the Country

  Domestic Trade grants offer financial and technical support for Maine businesses to market their products to new customers throughout Maine and the United States Gorham, MAINE – Governor Janet Mills today announced a $6 million initiative of her Maine Jobs …

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• Published on October 23, 2023 - 15:20 GMT

  

  Maine Secures Prestigious “Tech Hub” Designation for Innovative Forest Bioproducts Development from Biden-Harris Administration

  First-of-its-kind designation positions Maine’s forest bioproducts sector for Federal investment, further growth Governor Janet Mills today welcomed the announcement by the Biden-Harris Administration that it has designated Maine's Forest Bioproducts …

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• Published on October 9, 2023 - 13:14 GMT

  

  Governor Mills’ Statement Honoring Indigenous Peoples’ Day

  October 9, 2023 Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement today in honor of Indigenous Peoples’ Day: “On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we honor the people of the Wabanaki Nations, the earliest stewards of this place we call home, and recommit …

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• Published on September 29, 2023 - 18:55 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Directs Flags Lowered in Honor of Late U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein

  September 29, 2023 In accordance with a directive of the President, Governor Janet Mills has ordered that the United States and State of Maine flags be lowered to half-staff statewide in honor of the late U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein of California, who …

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