12:07 AM

Prospective astronaut from Maine always on a mission Several photos included in this story

Jessica Meir, who grew up in Caribou, is the youngest of five in a family of overachievers.

12:44 AM

Gomes' walkoff homer gives Red Sox doubleheader sweep

Jonny Gomes homers in the ninth as Boston wins its second game of the day against Tampa Bay.

12:34 AM

Study says Maine education should lead to jobs

A report credits Maine's educated work force and high test scores as a draw for manufacturers, but also cites some defects.

1:00 AM

Our View: Committed teen dads deserve better from state

The two men are working hard to support their families. Too bad a minimum wage hike is unlikely.

5:13 AM

The strawberry edition Several photos included in this story

Red, ripe and just about ready for picking, Maine berries bring their sweet something to food and drink.

Bill Nemitz

Backstory makes 'good' Portland slogan even better

OK, I admit it. The moment they rolled out Portland's new slogan Tuesday, I found myself somewhere between unimpressed and downright disappointed . . .  Read more.

Top Stories

 5:56 AM

Portland's new slogan inspires mix of bravos, boos

Several photos included in this story Video clip included City and business leaders laud its versatility and simplicity, but online communities and a local expert aren't impressed.
Experts: Portland really is excellent city

5:53 AM

LePage issues new policy: No more talking to 3 newspapers

The policy comes after a series of articles about the Department of Environmental Protection.
'The Lobbyist in the henhouse' DEP series

Hospitals: Maine Medicaid expansion would help

By insuring more people, the bill, still viable with an override of Gov. LePage's veto, could offset the escalating costs of free care, they say.

LePage threatens veto of wide-ranging energy bill

The governor wants to support a UMaine offshore wind pilot project over that of a Norwegian company, but a sponsor says failure to pass the bill would undermine other energy initiatives as well.

5:55 AM

Dube to be arraigned on murder, kidnap charges

Police say Kyle Dube used a fake Facebook profile to lure Nichole Cable out of her Glenburn home before killing her and hiding her body on May 12.

Portland landmark put on endangered list

The Abyssinian Meeting House is one of 11 U.S. historic places identified by a preservation group.

Anthem releases details of new Maine insurance plan

Following a lawsuit, the insurer releases a list of doctors and hospitals for the statewide exchange.

Other Maine News Headlines

Rival plan to LePage's grading system likely to fail

Despite legislative support, Rep. Rebecca's Millett's alternative bill won't be veto-proof.

Officials: NSA surveillance foiled more than 50 attacks

In testimony, they defend the collection of telephone and Internet data as key to protecting the U.S. and its allies.
NSA leaker Snowden says he can't get fair trial in U.S.

Attempt to strengthen Maine mining laws likely fails

The Senate's rejection of further safeguards to existing legislation likely dooms the effort.
VoteTRAC: An Act to Amend Mining Laws to Protect Water Quality

Background checks nixed from Maine gun-control measure

But Rep. Mark Dion, proponent of a tougher bill, vows to patiently pursue the cause.

Winner of Nobel Prize in physics dies in Maine

A hiker and kayaker, Kenneth Wilson, 77, had moved to Gray with his wife in 1995.

Local & State Dispatches

Police investigating theft of Maine painting / LePage's veto on long-term care legislation upheld ... and more news from around the state.

Life & Culture

 The strawberry edition Several photos included in this story

Red, ripe and just about ready for picking, Maine berries bring their sweet something to food and drink.

Sports from the Press Herald

Gomes' walkoff homer gives Red Sox doubleheader sweep

Jonny Gomes homers in the ninth as Boston wins its second game of the day against Tampa Bay.

Opinion

Our View: Committed teen dads deserve better from state

The two men are working hard to support their families. Too bad a minimum wage hike is unlikely.

Nation & World

U.S. soldier Pfc. Janelle Zalkovsky, from civil affairs unit of 1st Battalion, 320th Field Artillery..Combat ready: Women in the military

The military cites culture concerns as it gets ready for women moving into special operations units.

Today's poll: Drones

Should police have to get a warrant in most cases before using unmanned aerial aircraft, or drones?

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Blogs

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Was that Felix out there?
The Golden Dish - TODAY
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Making Maine Prosperous - Yesterday
Bipartisan Effort to Help Mainers Escape Poverty
The Maine Forecast - Yesterday
Mostly dry, but a few showers possible

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