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On the Eastern Prom, a pair of rocks and their concrete copies aim to challenge perception
The public art installation is the product of an Icelandic artist's residency at the University of Southern Maine.
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Local & State 54 seconds ago
Portland rent board takes shape as lawsuit threatens to derail it
The board's seven members, once confirmed by the council, will oversee the city's new rent control rules and renter protections, which are also being challenged in court.
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Business 2 mins ago
For rural Mainers seeking broadband solutions, is Starlink the answer?
As Elon Musk's SpaceX rockets deploy more low-orbit satellites, residents in remote areas have a new option for high-speed internet service.
GRAPPLING WITH CORONAVIRUS
Maine CDC reports 160 new COVID-19 cases, two more deaths
With vaccinations ramping up and state officials easing pandemic restrictions, Maine is hoping to return to somewhat of a normal summer.
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Nursing home gains threatened by lack of vaccine, unvaccinated workers
As COVID-19 cases ebb and long-term care facilities resume in-person visits, concern is growing that these are precarious gains without continued vaccine allocations and fully inoculated staffs.
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The Latest: Michigan makes homeless people vaccine-eligible
The latest on the coronavirus pandemic from around the U.S. and the world.
Local & State
Historic piece of Portland waterfront goes on the market
The Poole family, stewards of Union Wharf since the late 1850s, are looking for a buyer who treasures the pier's place on the working waterfront.
Local & State
In photos: Uplifting scenes of Maine
Business
Summer in Maine just might be close to ‘normal’ this year
Arts & Entertainment
For final project, Maine poet laureate puts out podcast featuring young writers
Green Plate Special
This St. Patrick’s Day, brine your own corned beef – starting now
The process isn't difficult but can take up to a week, so you better get cracking.
Editorials
Our View: A strong Maine farming industry starts with healthy soil
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Do This Posted: 4:00 AM
Have a socially distant St. Patrick’s Day with these activities
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Local & State Posted: 4:00 AM
In photos: Uplifting scenes of Maine
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Local & State Posted: 4:00 AM
Portland rent board takes shape as lawsuit threatens to derail it
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Food Posted: 4:00 AM
Run & Eat: Build your burger however you like it at Black Cow
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Arts & Entertainment Posted: 4:00 AM
Indie Film: Lonely astronaut struggles with isolation in ‘I Like Tomorrow’
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Local & State Posted: 4:00 AM
Historic piece of Portland waterfront goes on the market
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Letters Posted: 4:00 AM
Closed primaries shut voters out
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Food Posted: 4:00 AM
Bar Guide: Why limit yourself to Guinness on St. Patrick’s Day?
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Letters Posted: 4:00 AM
Newspaper should offer solutions for democratic decline
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Do This Posted: 4:00 AM
Things to Do: Art, ice and multimedia experiences
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Letters Posted: 4:00 AM
Dying patients need families’ comfort
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Short film on baitfishing a rare, real look at the lives of lobstermen
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Food
Best bagels in U.S.? Look right here in Maine
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Local & State
Mills relaxes quarantine rules for visitors, eases business restrictions heading into tourism season
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Local & State
Bishop calls for Maine’s Catholics to choose alternatives to Johnson & Johnson vaccine
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Local & State
Maine will open vaccine eligibility to school staff regardless of age
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Outdoors
Spending the winter in an off-the-grid cabin in the Maine woods
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Local & State
Maine vaccine shipments to drop next week, just as eligibility expands to include teachers
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Business
Summer in Maine just might be close to ‘normal’ this year
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Politics
White House says relief checks will go to most people who got $600 payments
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Bill Nemitz
Maine’s Roman Catholic bishop has spoken. Was anyone listening?
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Local & State
Updated Q&A: Do Mainers still need to quarantine after traveling?
March 5
MAINE COVID-19 VACCINE TRACKER
1st doses given
268,563
Percent of Maine population
19.98%
Fully vaccinated
149,703
Percent of Maine population
11.14%
Full vaccination includes 1-dose vaccine
Sources: Maine CDC and U.S. Census Bureau.
How can I get vaccinated?
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Arts & Entertainment
Meghan and Harry interview with Oprah lays bare royal rift
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Local & State
Kennebunk police seeking public’s help in locating missing teen
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Southern Forecaster
Scarborough looks to ban fireworks on beaches this summer
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Southern Forecaster
Committee: More information needed to see if South Portland tank farms causing air quality problems
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Letters
Closed primaries shut voters out
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Local & State
Fairfield man files class-action lawsuit against Sappi over ‘forever chemicals’
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Southern Forecaster
South Portland tapping social services to prevent escalations with police during mental health calls
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Nation & World
Calls grow for New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo to resign over sexual harassment allegations
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Business
Workers worry about safety, stress as states ease mask rules
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Local & State
Inmate dies at state prison in Windham
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Nation & World
At least 20 dead, 600 wounded in Equatorial Guinea blasts
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Nation & World
Floyd’s cause of death, ex-cop’s force will be keys at trial
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Nation & World
Bloody Sunday memorial honors late civil rights giants
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Religion and Values
Where Islamic State ruled, pope calls on Christians to forgive, rebuild
Editors' Picks
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Schools and Education
As coronavirus cases fall, schools feel pressure to add more in-person learning
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Local & State
Have vaccine questions? We have answers
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Food
Which type of clam chowder is best? The debate is alive and well
For decades, New England partisans – and don't forget New Yorkers – have debated the matter, bickering over specifications like cream, tomatoes, salt pork and roux.
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How Maine’s members of Congress voted last week
The House has passed the American Rescue Plan Act. The bill would spend $1.9 trillion on various measures, many of them related to COVID-19, including aid for states, an extension of unemployment benefits, education programs, an increased child tax credit, a higher federal minimum wage, and $1,400 payments for most taxpayers.
What’s in the Senate’s $1.9 trillion COVID bill? Checks, unemployment insurance and more.
The Senate's version is slightly different from the House bill, and some key provisions remained in flux Friday night.
Political divisions stoke push by states to increase wolf kills
Some lawmakers and conservative hunting groups are making a big push to reduce wolf numbers in what critics call "management based on vengeance."
NBA roundup: Antetokounmpo leads Team LeBron to All-Star win
Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Bucks scores 35 points on 16-for-16 shooting, earning MVP honors in a 170-150 victory.
Saturday’s high school roundup: Greely turns back Falmouth in girls’ basketball
The Rangers extend their winning streak to six with a 58-49 victory.
Our View: Maine has been tested in year of COVID
Twelve months since the state’s first case, we are among the safest in the country – with much work left to do.
Maine Voices Live: Cidny Bullens
Tune in on Tuesday, March 9, at 7:00 p.m. for a discussion with the musician, activist and educator.
Live Music Lineup: Choose from three Friday night shows
Catch performances from Tim Winchester, Bess Jacques or Andrew LaVogue.
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