Regional News:
After losing state contract, service provider blames DHHS for death of client with disability
The CEO of Residential and Community Support Services accuses the state of dropping off Norman Fisher, 62, without the insulin he needed to treat his diabetes.
Business
Hopes for hemp farm in Whitefield wilt as bank and insurer cut farmers loose
Farming hemp is legal under state and federal law, but many in the banking and insurance industries still consider it too hot to handle.
Business
Head of Portland-based Covetrus steps down, after months of turmoil since company’s launch
Company co-founder Benjamin Shaw will receive more than $2.3 million in severance and transition to an advisory role less than 9 months after the veterinary technology and services firm’s initial public offering.
Local & State
Portland voters will decide whether to open up city government to major changes
Several councilors say they don't want a charter commission but felt legally obligated to put it to voters in response to a petition by supporters of a taxpayer-funded clean elections program.
Local & State
Portland council designates 5 historical landmarks on Forest Avenue
Councilors focused preservation efforts on buildings near Woodfords Corner rather than approving a staff proposal to preserve others between the corner and Interstate 295.
Nation & World
Diplomat’s ‘damning’ testimony contradicts Trump’s denial that Ukraine aid hinged on Biden probe
Acting ambassador William Taylor provides an expansive description of a series of events at the heart of an investigation that threatens the Trump presidency.
Local & State
Wheelchair athlete gets green light to compete alongside runners at high school meets
The Maine Principals' Association comes up with a new arrangement for Jonathan Schomaker of Leavitt Area High.
Local & State
Portland becomes first city in Maine to ban plastic straws
The City Council votes 8-0 to prohibit sales and distribution of plastic drinking straws in the city starting Jan. 1, 2021.
Maine Voices
Trump's demonization of immigrants is nothing new. But it's time to say 'no more'
Speak out against his rhetoric, and against elevating an immigration hard-liner to homeland security secretary.
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Sports Posted: Yesterday at 10:51 PM
NHL roundup: Sabres top Sharks in overtime, 4-3
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Varsity Maine Posted: Yesterday at 10:29 PM
Tuesday’s girls’ roundup: Mt. Ararat prevails in overtime
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Boston Bruins Posted: Yesterday at 10:26 PM
Pastrnak scores 10th goal as Bruins edge Maple Leafs, 4-2
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Boston Celtics Posted: Yesterday at 10:02 PM
Five points worth checking as the Celtics begin season
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Varsity Maine Posted: Yesterday at 10:01 PM
Tuesday’s boys’ soccer roundup: Bonny Eagle tops South Portland 2-1 with second-half goal
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Varsity Maine Posted: Yesterday at 9:55 PM
Boys’ soccer: Portland edges Falmouth, earns first-round bye in playoffs
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Sports Posted: Yesterday at 9:26 PM
Sports Digest: Berthiaume lifts USM to women’s soccer win
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Posted: Yesterday at 9:14 PM
Canada’s Trudeau wins re-election but faces divided nation
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Posted: Yesterday at 9:00 PM
Talks stalled, striking Chicago teachers plan to up the ante
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Posted: Yesterday at 8:46 PM
South Pole’s ozone hole shrinks to smallest since discovery
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Varsity Maine Posted: Yesterday at 8:44 PM
Girls’ soccer: Cheverus caps perfect regular season with 1-0 win over Scarborough
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Business Posted: Yesterday at 8:34 PM
Report: CMP parent company in merger talks worth $67 billion
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Food
Restaurants sound off about online reviews
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Business
Downeaster floats plans to add in-state commuter service
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Business
Head of Portland-based Covetrus steps down, after months of turmoil since company’s launch
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Cops & Courts
In first month, Maine’s hands-free law drives tickets
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Arts & Entertainment
Comedy review: Jay Leno takes break from cool cars to make Mainers laugh
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Politics
Candidate for Maine governor paid Clean Elections money to future employer
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Restaurant reviews
Dine Out Maine: Luke’s is a faultless facsimile of the iconic Maine lobster shack
October 20 -
Business
Slow rollout in marijuana sales costs Maine revenue and jobs
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Local & State
DHHS ends contract with service provider 2 months after death of disabled client
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Local & State
Saco police say girl reported missing has been found
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Local & State
About 300,000 Maine homeowners will get $100 each in property tax relief
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Bill Nemitz
A Maine senator, a constituent and a failure to communicate
October 18
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Business
Report: CMP parent company in merger talks worth $67 billion
Connecticut-based Avangrid is reportedly in discussions with Pennsylvania-based utility company PPL in a deal that could create one of the largest energy companies in the United States.
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Local Elections
Business group’s poll shows it’s tight at the top in Portland’s race for mayor
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Local & State
Travelers beware: Bridge work will close Main Street between Biddeford and Saco
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Local & State
Portland police investigate hoax threat against high school
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Politics
Citing ‘vast sums of money’ required, Jon Treacy withdraws from U.S. Senate race
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Local & State
About 300,000 Maine homeowners will get $100 each in property tax relief
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Cops & Courts
Homicide investigation opened in Richmond man's death
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Local & State
Maine school districts get $1.25 million to improve school safety
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Business
Maine home sales set record in September
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Local & State
Maine drug take-back event will accept vaping products
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Do This
Nine scary affairs happening for Halloween
Whether you're a goth, a Harry Potter fan, a costume maven or someone who loves to dance, there's a Halloween event for you in Portland.
MorE NEws
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Local & State
Former Gov. LePage to speak at Colby, drawing planned student protest
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Local Elections
Read the Press Herald’s complete coverage of 2019’s local elections
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American Journal
Morse, Shangraw compete for Ward 1 City Council seat
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American Journal
McWilliams, Storey compete for Westbrook’s Ward 5 seat
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Nation & World
Trump draws outrage by comparing House impeachment inquiry to ‘lynching’
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Animals
Brunswick shelter reopens for cat adoptions
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Local & State
Charge dropped in Bangor case that led to claim of racial profiling
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Nation & World
Jimmy Carter hospitalized after fall at Georgia home
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Nation & World
British government loses key vote on Brexit withdrawal by Oct. 31
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