Bridge Work: MaineDOT will resurface and repair joints on the Joshua Chamberlain Bridge starting June 1, with one-lane restrictions from June 8 and a detour for Bangor-to-Brewer traffic; one sidewalk stays open and work is expected to finish by fall 2026. Local Governance: Lewiston city council cut the unfilled economic development director role in a $57.9M budget, but critics say the move was rushed and could hurt long-term business growth. Civic Participation: Kennebec County residents often skip local elections, raising questions about how well small-town boards reflect community needs. Food & Manufacturing: Cal-Maine Foods is expanding prepared foods by acquiring Van’s Foods assets from Sara Lee Frozen Bakery, aiming to lift prepared sales and broaden retail and direct-to-consumer reach. Cybersecurity: Carnival says a compromised employee account led to a breach affecting nearly 6 million travelers’ passport and driver’s license data, with free credit monitoring offered to U.S. customers. Education & Tech: Maine is among states moving toward cellphone bans in schools as a major teachers union pushes for less screen time and stronger AI safety standards. Community & Health: Jibe Cycling Studio in Yarmouth held fundraising rides for two instructors shot in Charleston, helping them as they recover. Maine Industry & Energy: Maine’s storm resiliency and energy efficiency grants total $5.1M, supporting upgrades across the state.