Heavy traffic forecast this weekend as summer season kicks off
Turnpike officials expect another record-breaking year.
Sen. Collins calls for $100 million federal response to fight tick-borne diseases
The proposal, co-sponsored by Sen. Angus King and others, would award grants to states to combat Lyme disease, collect data and improve treatment.
Topsham SAD 75 voters add $600,000 to proposed budget for teacher salaries
According to MSAD 75 Business Manager Mark Conrad, the additional $600,000 would increase local property taxes for education by an estimated 11 percent.
Bill to legalize sports betting in Maine divides committee
Debates are likely on the floor of the Legislature over a bill that approves online wagering, sets a two-tired tax rate and allows on-premises betting at 11 locations.
Casco Bay Lines board votes for larger ferry despite islanders’ concerns
The directors also vote to limit the number of people who can ride to Peaks Island to 499 per trip, but will allow as many as 599 people to return to Portland.
Maine company partnering with Clinton dairy farms to produce cow-powered biogas
Summit Natural Gas is working with 5 farms in ‘Maine's dairy capital’ to build and operate a digester that will create renewable natural gas aimed at supporting the local economy.
Pot prices emerge as a top concern at hearing on recreational cannabis rules
About 100 people turn out for the first public airing of the state's proposed rules, raising concerns that the taxes, prices and labeling requirements will hurt small businesses and their customers.
Memorial Day events in southern Maine
Parades and ceremonies happening Monday, from Wells to Topsham.
Our View: Confirmation of measles, hepatitis A in Maine shows why public health is so important
A strong public health system can stop the spread of infectious disease before it causes real trouble.
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Nation & World Posted: 2:55 PM
Trump invokes emergency powers to bypass Congress, sell arms to Saudi Arabia, UAE
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News Posted: 2:32 PM
Bill to legalize sports betting in Maine divides committee
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Food Posted: 2:31 PM
Longtime Old Port restaurant Walter’s to close
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Business Posted: 1:36 PM
Freeport brewery launches effort to put more clean energy into its beer
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Local & State Posted: 1:14 PM
Heavy traffic forecast this weekend as summer season kicks off
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Nation & World Posted: 12:37 PM
$19.1 billion in nationwide disaster aid stalls after single House Republican objects
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Cops & Courts Posted: 11:50 AM
Prosecutors rest in rape-murder trial of former classmate in Bar Harbor
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Nation & World Posted: 11:38 AM
Mount Everest has gotten so crowded that climbers are perishing in the traffic jams
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Nation & World Posted: 11:24 AM
Trump approves sending more forces to the Middle East amid tensions with Iran
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New England Posted: 11:22 AM
After shark attacks, is Cape Cod ready for tourist season?
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Business Posted: 11:05 AM
Maine hospitality industry recognizes achievers
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Nation & World Posted: 11:05 AM
Federal lawsuit filed to block Alabama’s new abortion ban
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Nation & World
Faced with relentless American pressure, Iran starts to hit back
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Health careVaccinated child had Maine’s first case of measles in 2 years, say health officials
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ColumnsMarc A. Thiessen: Americans don’t want Congress to impeach, but Democrats aren’t listening
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Cops & CourtsPolice fatally shoot Auburn man after long standoff involving hostage
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Local & StatePortlanders to debate homeless shelter site as decision nears
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Local & StateSaco officers say they have no confidence in reinstated chief and deputy
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HealthSen. Collins calls for $100 million federal response to fight tick-borne diseases
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Local & StateState is unlawfully holding 13-year-old boy at Long Creek, attorney alleges
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Local & StatePortland City Council restores social service cuts, but Engine 1 will be decommissioned
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Local & StatePortland’s search for a new police chief is down to 3 finalists
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Local & StateJunk piles keep growing at antiques business in Fairfield
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Local & StateNo one hurt in crash at busy South Portland intersection
May 20
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Local & StateFreeport resident gives $20,000 to support asylum seekers in Portland
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Nation & World
Trump invokes emergency powers to bypass Congress, sell arms to Saudi Arabia, UAE
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Life & CultureFond memories of Waterville lead actor Ed Harris to pledge $75,000 to art center
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Nation & World
Mount Everest has gotten so crowded that climbers are perishing in the traffic jams
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Business
Freeport brewery launches effort to put more clean energy into its beer
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Nation & World
$19.1 billion in nationwide disaster aid stalls after single House Republican objects
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New EnglandFugitive got the 15,000 Facebook ‘likes,’ but breaks vow to surrender
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Health careSenate vote sends bill to end vaccine exemptions to governor’s desk
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Health careTrump administration seeks to weaken protections for transgender people in ACA
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Food‘Best if used by.’ The FDA renders its decision on food expiration date labels
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New England
After shark attacks, is Cape Cod ready for tourist season?
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Local & State
Portland’s search for a new police chief is down to 3 finalists
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Schools and EducationLawmakers seek to track, reduce schools’ use of restraint and seclusion
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Nation & WorldTheresa May to resign as party leader, make way for new British prime minister
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Nation & World
Trump approves sending more forces to the Middle East amid tensions with Iran
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Nation & WorldTrump pledges $16 billion in aid to farmers hurt by trade war
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Cops & CourtsBuxton man accused of setting car and woods on fire
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Local & StateRonald McDonald House in Portland pursues $2.3 million expansion
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BusinessHouse passes bipartisan bill to help workers with retirement savings
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