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Climate change has brought more extreme rain, snow to Maine

Sea level rise remains a top concern as the climate warms, but the increasing frequency of outsized precipitation is already having statewide impacts.

Local & State

As Casco Bay warms, climate change alters its chemistry in unexpected ways

Casco Bay remains healthy overall, but the near-shore waters face a plethora of threats, especially stormwater pollution.
Local & State

Moved along: What it’s like to be homeless and repeatedly displaced

Meet 35-year-old Desirae Rowe, one of the many people who have been caught up in the regular sweeps of Portland's encampments.
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In Lewiston, young people are face of change for low-income Mainers, people of color

A group of 15 people from immigrant communities met to address ways to counter systemic barriers in the state and develop strategies for building relationships.

Local & State

Faith groups meet outside Cabela’s in Scarborough to protest semi-automatic rifle sales

Arts & Entertainment

Illustrated memoir ‘Maine: A Love Story’ reveals Portland printmaker’s deepest cuts

Food

Heaven scent: Holiday aromas emanate from Bates College’s tourtières

Local & State

Death becomes her: The future of funeral home work is female

Nearly half of the country's funeral directors say they plan to retire in the next five years, and there's already a critical shortage of directors.

Opinion

Our View: Use surplus to help out Mainers left behind – and further power economy

College Posted: 7:32 PM

Sunday’s college roundup: UMaine men’s hockey beats UConn, 7-3
Nation & World Posted: 7:25 PM

Former US ambassador arrested in Florida, accused of serving as an agent of Cuba, AP sources say
Politics Posted: 6:56 PM

Republicans had New Yorkers lead the way in expelling George Santos. Will it help them keep the House majority?
Sports Posted: 5:45 PM

Sports Digest: Maine Celtics pick up road victory over Capital City Go-Go
Sports Posted: 5:33 PM

NFL roundup: Colts beat Titans in overtime, 31-28
Nation & World Posted: 5:32 PM

An Israeli civilian raced to confront Palestinian attackers. He was then killed by an Israeli soldier
Nation & World Posted: 5:22 PM

Florida Republican chairman refuses to resign over rape allegation, saying he is innocent
Business Posted: 5:14 PM

Alaska Air to buy Hawaiian Airlines in $1.9 billion deal that may attract regulator scrutiny
Posted: 5:12 PM

Field hockey: Lily Johnson wins Miss Maine Field Hockey award
New England Patriots Posted: 4:18 PM

Patriots struggles continue despite quarterback switch with 6-0 loss to Chargers
College Posted: 2:46 PM

College football playoff: Texas, Alabama selected, Florida State snubbed
Business Posted: 1:16 PM

Cape Elizabeth farm among five across state poised for expansion after receiving federal grant funds

Local & State

New Gloucester man arrested for OUI after crashing into deputy’s SUV
Business

Cape Elizabeth farm among five across state poised for expansion after receiving federal grant funds
New England

Fiery crash on New Hampshire interstate sets off ammunition
Outdoors

Hiking in Maine: A rustic ramble, with views from Katahdin to Acadia
Local & State

New Gloucester man killed in home furnace explosion
The Maine Forecast

Coastal storm to bring snow and rain to Maine
Local & State

Epidemic of homelessness reflected in surge of letters to Toy Fund

Today's Letters

Letters

Restrict access to assault weapons

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Nation & World

Israel orders more people in southern Gaza to evacuate as bombardment shifts south
Nation & World

Ships face Houthi-claimed attack in Red Sea as officials say U.S. warship also fires in self-defense
Nation & World

A Gaza hospital evacuated, four fragile lives and a grim discovery
Nation & World

One dead, 11 missing after landslide and flash floods hit Indonesian island
Nation & World

Kyiv investigates allegations Russian forces shot surrendering Ukrainian soldiers
Nation & World

Earth is running a fever. And UN climate talks are focusing on the contagious effect on human health
Nation & World

Pope says he’s doing better but skips window appearance at St. Peter’s Square
Nation & World

Italy refuses Munich museum’s request to return ancient Roman statue bought by Hitler
Arts & Entertainment

Kiss bids farewell to live touring, become first U.S. band to go virtual

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Local & State

Lewiston lives lost: Stories of the 18 people killed in the mass shootings

Business

Freight railroads police themselves and inspect their own tracks. Some say a disaster is inevitable.

Local & State

Hate groups are on the march in Maine

Society Notebook: Music students take the stage at Aura

The Chords for Kids showcase raised money for the Maine Academy of Modern Music's scholarship and outreach programs.

Alaska Air to buy Hawaiian Airlines in $1.9 billion deal that may attract regulator scrutiny

The deal will need the blessing of U.S. regulators, which have resisted more airline consolidation out of fear it could lead to higher fares.

Republicans had New Yorkers lead the way in expelling George Santos. Will it help them keep the House majority?

Santos' name is certain to pop up in key races across New York next year that could determine which party holds the House majority in 2025.

Sunday’s college roundup: UMaine men’s hockey beats UConn, 7-3

Bradly Nadeau records his first college hat trick for the Black Bears, who scored four goals in the second period.

Field hockey: Lily Johnson wins Miss Maine Field Hockey award

The Cheverus senior is the first player in program history to win the award, edging out Skowhegan's Layla Conway and Laney LeBlanc.

Commentary: A proposal for humanitarian intervention in Gaza

The only way for this intervention to occur without U.S. forces becoming embroiled in land-related dangers is for it to come from the sea.

Dine Out Maine: At Sacred Profane in Biddeford, come for the beer, stay for the food

The atmosphere at the Czech-inspired brewery is convivial. It offers several imaginative options for vegetarians. And the menu offers both comfort and fun.