12:13 AM

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.

11:00 PM

Coming home: Maine Olympians give back in the offseason Video clip included

Seth Wescott and Julia Clukey are actively involved in efforts to guide the state's youth.

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.

9:02 PM

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.

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 11:04 PM

The Prom: Cape teens are treated like royalty -- for a day

Several photos included in this story Connor Maguire first noticed Mackenzie Leighton in statistics class at Cape Elizabeth High School. He didn't know many people in the class, but she made him feel right at home.

 11:00 PM

Maine poised for historic transition to natural gas

Several photos included in this story Amid the state's rush to convert from oil to natural gas, however, it's possible that some issues important to Mainers are not being fully examined.

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.

7:10 PM

Graduates gain a love of Maine

Several photos included in this story Jubilant members of the Bowdoin College class of 2013 express their affection for the state and for their college experience.

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

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.

Other Maine News Headlines

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.

7:32 PM

List of Memorial Day Parades

Several photos included in this story Below is a list of Memorial Day parades and remembrance ceremonies around southern Maine...

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.

Today's poll: Military footwear

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Francona's challenge: win at Fenway

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