Community News:
Lane closures planned for the next five weeks at busy I-295 exit in Portland
Portland officials say some lanes need to be closed for paving work related to a massive sewer project in Back Cove.
Schools and Education
Board, parents seek answers about how Portland middle school protests went awry
Business
South Portland firm’s vehicle-mounted pepper spray gun raises concerns
Local & State
Biddeford approves development agreement for 216-unit apartment complex
Demand for rental units is at an all-time high in Biddeford, where downtown revitalization has sparked new interest in the city.
Local & State
Union man, 18, who died in New Jersey beach sand collapse remembered as ‘tech nut’
Levi Caverly, a graduate of Mid-Coast School of Technology in Rockland, was remembered by his father as a faithful and quirky kid who loved to program.
Business
Some Portland flights turned away as jetport runway paving continues
Business
The Wrap: Wells food truck park reopens, as does Tandem Coffee’s Anderson Street location
Editorials
Our View: Maine isn’t the West, but wildfires still a risk
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Nation & World Posted: 7:23 PM
U.S. warns abortion ruling could increase extremist violence
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Local & State Posted: 7:18 PM
Child safety advocates look to keep heat on state agency throughout the summer
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Nation & World Posted: 7:08 PM
U.N. chief working on deal for Ukrainian grain, Russian fertilizer
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Local & State Posted: 6:53 PM
Man charged with using hammer to shatter windshields of 4 Saco cruisers
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Sports Posted: 6:52 PM
NHL roundup: After 31 years, one of hockey’s most intense rivalries is back for the playoffs
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Boston Bruins Posted: 6:30 PM
Bruins notebook: GM Sweeney taking the heat for early playoff exit
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Sports Posted: 6:17 PM
U.S. Soccer equalizes pay in landmark agreement with women, men
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Local & State Posted: 5:56 PM
Central Maine Power workers rescue 2 people from burning Richmond house
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Nation & World Posted: 5:49 PM
New ‘disinformation’ board paused amid free speech questions
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Local & State Posted: 5:48 PM
Union man, 18, who died in New Jersey beach sand collapse remembered as ‘tech nut’
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Local & State Posted: 5:46 PM
Flu cases on the rise in Maine, Dr. Shah warns
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Arts & Entertainment Posted: 5:40 PM
Chris Wallace will host interview show for CNN on Sunday nights
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Local & State
Portland’s Lincoln Middle School principal requests leave of absence after student protest
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Out & About
Which of these 10 attractions is the most scenic spot in southern Maine?
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Local & State
Lane closures planned for the next five weeks at busy I-295 exit in Portland
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Business
South Portland firm’s vehicle-mounted pepper spray gun raises concerns
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Feature Obituary
Stephanie Colotti Ferrie, 43, showed her children a life of adventure and joy
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Local & State
South Portland considers gender-neutral bans on nude swimming, public indecency
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Nation & World
Union man dies, sister rescued in New Jersey beach sand collapse
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Schools and Education
Board, parents seek answers about how Portland middle school protests went awry
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Local & State
Man stabbed while walking in Saco early Tuesday morning
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Business
Some Portland flights turned away as jetport runway paving continues
Yesterday at 6:18 PM
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Health
A third of the nation should consider wearing masks again, officials say
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Local & State
Maine’s COVID hospitalizations remain near 3-month high
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Politics
Ad wars begin in Maine governor’s race
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Nation & World
Deep beach holes are dangerous, Outer Banks town warns
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Local & State
Man charged with using hammer to shatter windshields of 4 Saco cruisers
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Local & State
Cumberland County Jail inmate tries to escape during hospital visit
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Local & State
Flu cases on the rise in Maine, Dr. Shah warns
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Business
Stocks fall sharply as Target’s woes renew inflation fears
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Nation & World
U.S. Soccer equalizes pay in milestone with women, men
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Politics
Takeaways: Election denier wins, bad behavior dooms U.S. Rep. Madison Cawthorn
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Nation & World
Surrendering Ukrainian troops in Mariupol face interrogation, uncertain fate
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Nation & World
Russian soldier pleads guilty at Ukraine’s 1st war crimes trial
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Business
Gas prices pass $4 per gallon in every U.S. state for the first time
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Business
Biden’s burdens grow amid sagging global economy
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Business
Moms seeking baby formula tire of being told to ‘just breastfeed’
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Schools and Education
Incoming USM president shares vision for Lewiston-Auburn Campus
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Local & State
South Portland considers gender-neutral bans on nude swimming, public indecency
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Local & State
Catholic bishop criticizes bill that would have guaranteed abortion access
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Nation & World
Turkey gives mixed signals to U.S. on admitting Finland, Sweden to NATO
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Business
‘Pharma Bro’ Shkreli freed from prison for halfway house
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Nation & World
Wife denies shooting co-worker in New Hampshire beheading case
Editors' Picks
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Local & State
What abortion rights mean to me
Six Mainers explain why Roe v. Wade is important to them personally.
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Business
Some seasonal businesses are going to extremes to house workers
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Local & State
For asylum seekers in a city with a housing crunch, finding apartments is not easy
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Child safety advocates look to keep heat on state agency throughout the summer
Advocates said Wednesday that they will keep pressuring state officials to reform practices and the culture within the state's beleaguered child protection services.
Chris Wallace will host interview show for CNN on Sunday nights
Formerly of Fox News Channel, he has made some appearances on the network, including on primary coverage Tuesday night.
New ‘disinformation’ board paused amid free speech questions
While the Disinformation Governance Board has not formally been shuttered, it will be reviewed by members of a Department of Homeland Security advisory council that's expected to make recommendations in 75 days.
NHL roundup: After 31 years, one of hockey’s most intense rivalries is back for the playoffs
The Battle of Alberta – Edmonton vs. Calgary – returns after an extended absence in the Western Conference semifinals.
Sports Digest: Cole Anderson helps Florida State qualify for NCAA Championship
The two-time Maine Amateur champion from Camden ties for 19th place at a regional in Florida.
Leonard Pitts: Silly me, I thought the 10 people murdered for being Black were the victims
But for 30 years – the last 15 in particular – much of U.S. politics has focused on the oppression of white Americans.
The Wrap: Wells food truck park reopens, as does Tandem Coffee’s Anderson Street location
Also, a one-day natural wine festival takes place in Freeport, and the Netflix show 'Somebody Feed Phil' will air an episode shot in Maine.
Maine Sports Hall of Fame Title IX Symposium
On Wednesday, May 18 at 7:00 p.m. the Maine Sports Hall of Fame will present a panel discussion commemorating the 50th Anniversary of Title IX.
Which of these 10 attractions is the most scenic spot in southern Maine?
Peruse these beauties then pick your favorite.
Battle of the Books motivates young Midcoast readers
On Thursday evening, Woolwich Central School will host the 25th annual Battle of the Books, a reading competition for Midcoast elementary school students.
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