Referendum question number 5 on this year’s ballot is in regard to a yes or no vote to reinstate the original 1909 Maine State Pine Tree flag model.

[Images: Maine.gov] In 1909 Maine adopted its current flag depicting the state’s coat of arms on a blue field, which is what vexillologists refer to as a “seal on a bedsheet,” to replace its ...

Maine’s old flag has experienced a wave of popularity since the state’s 2020 bicentennial celebration, appearing on hats, T-shirts, tote bags and license plates. Mr.

On Nov. 28, 1901, “a token of appreciation” was announced as an honorarium for one man, and this symbol’s importance would be realized in the creation of a Maine state flag. Gen. John Tudor ...

The current flag certainly “pays homage” to Maine’s history. By using the state seal, it also recognizes industry and our environment. “Prettier” is in the eye of the beholder.

PORTLAND, Maine (CN) — Maine will keep its official state flag as is. Voters on Tuesday rejected a referendum to replace the current state flag with a modern version of the original design, which flew ...