Meta Child-Safety Settlement: Maine will receive at least $56 million from a landmark $17.1 billion multistate settlement with Meta over addictive features on Instagram and Facebook, with sweeping child-safety reforms pending court approval. Voting-By-Mail Fight: States are suing USPS over a rule that would give the postal service a bigger role in mail voting, arguing it risks confusion and disenfranchising voters; Maine’s Secretary of State says the fight will continue in court. Local Land-Use Decisions: Greenville residents will vote on land use changes, including allowing conditional businesses in parts of downtown and adjusting Beech Street setback rules. Solar Moratorium Stalls in Jay: Jay’s Select Board declined to send a proposed 180-day solar moratorium to voters, pushing opponents toward a possible November ballot petition. Public Health Watch: Maine confirmed another Powassan virus case in Penobscot County, the fourth this year. Healthcare Funding Crunch: Penobscot Community Health Care says it needs $3 million in 30–60 days to avoid bankruptcy and service cuts. Outdoor Stewardship: Bradbury Mountain State Park was named a 2026 Leave No Trace Spotlight, with community events Sept. 3–5. Wildlife Safety: A great white shark dragged a Scarborough lifeguard underwater; the beach was closed briefly and officials urged extra caution. Maine Sports & Community: Foxcroft Academy will host a postgraduate fair and fall open house Sept. 2. Town Safety/Immigration: ICE arrested another Cumberland County jail corrections officer, the fourth since last year.