Yesterday at 11:52 PM

Social media's role in Maine girl's death makes friends, family wary

Online predators are skilled at getting kids to chat with them and trust them, an author cautions.

12:57 AM

NCAA tournament: Huskies win opening game Several photos included in this story

USM gets key contributions in a 10-inning victory at the Division III nationals.

1:00 AM

Lawmakers step up pressure on military footwear Several photos included in this story

If members of the armed forces are required to buy American-made products, it could benefit Maine's New Balance factories.

1:00 AM

Our View: Work force training bill belongs in state budget

Even in a tough year, this would be a smart investment in Maine's future.

1:55 AM

Bidding on Superman comic at $137,000

A copy of Action Comics No. 1 from 1938 was found mixed in with old newspapers used as insulation.

Memorial Day events

A list of Memorial Day parades and rememberances around southern Maine on Monday.

Top Stories

LePage: From now on, only I will testify

The unusual directive to his department heads is seen as the latest move in ongoing clash between the governor and lawmakers.
Fuss over LePage's TV exceeds trivial dispute
Both sides deadlocked on hospitals, Medicaid

Panhandling a growing concern in Portland

Several photos included in this story Parallel efforts are under way to tackle the growing issue of panhandling in the city, especially at busy intersections.

Maine man zooms in on Bruins, fans

Maxx Coombs, of Brunswick, is getting an up-close view of the Boston Bruins' run in the NHL's Stanley Cup playoffs.

Maine lawmakers grapple with falling gas tax revenues

Transportation advocates say the state needs to find new sources for upkeep of the state's highways.

UMaine to offer hockey coaching job to Gendron

Red Gendron, a former Black Bear assistant and current Yale associate head coach, is the choice.

In Maine, a Causeway cause to celebrate

Thank You Naples Day will express gratitude to the people who put up with the construction along Route 302.

2:09 PM

List of Memorial Day Parades

Below is a list of Memorial Day parades and remembrance ceremonies around southern Maine...

Other Maine News Headlines

Kennebunk receives highest Standard & Poor's rating

Kennebunk is the only town in Maine to receive a AAA rating, according to town officials.

Official: Funds will be approved for Portland school replacement

Deputy Education Commisioner Rier says most of the $20 million cost would be covered.

Maine Omnibus Energy Bill cleared by committee

The bill aims to support expanding natural-gas pipelines and fund energy-efficiency efforts.

Toronto mayor: I don't smoke crack

Rob Ford says the media is out to get him as he addresses a video that allegedly shows him smoking crack cocaine.

Maine Senate approves bill requiring exercise in schools

The bill would require public schools to provide at least 30 minutes of physical activity each day for elementary school students.

Local & State Dispatches

Former Maine janitor sentenced for child pornography / Community colleges raise tuition slightly / Bill would further restrict sex offenders’ residency ... and more news from around the state.

Today's poll: Military footwear

Should the Department of Defense be required to buy footwear from U.S. manufacturers?

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Blogs

Undercurrents - Yesterday
In Saco Bay, Robbing Peter to Pay Paul
Clearing the Bases - Thursday
Francona's challenge: win at Fenway

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Today's front page

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