Local & State

Norway woman says she buried best friend in her backyard, to show her love

Vernelle Jackson, 81, says it was the woman's dying wish about 18 months ago.

Politics

Vaccine bill passed by lawmakers likely headed for statewide vote

Opponents of the new requirement for school-age immunizations submit more than enough valid signatures to challenge the law on the March ballot.

Business

Maine on track for near-record home sales year

Through August, the total number of sales was less than 1 percent below the first eight months of 2018 – the state's best sales year ever.

News

Second Farmington firefighter released from hospital

Capt. Timothy "TD" Hardy was released from the hospital Thursday.

Local Elections

Four candidates for Portland mayor spar at first forum together

They debate issues ranging from Portland's lack of affordable housing to homelessness to providing property tax relief to the role of the mayor.

Business

CMP submits last-minute change to power line plan to avoid protected pond

The company now wants to build the transmission line farther from remote Beattie Pond, which was a sticking point for land-use regulators last week.

Business

As Maine’s climate warms, what’s on the menu likely will change

Chefs and scientists offer opinions on what we'll be eating in 50 years.

Meetinghouse

Lee Van Dyke, Portland: A tough public climb, and a reward for courage