Regional News:
Reducing emissions from transportation is a long, difficult road for Maine
A preference for pickups, paltry spending on public transit options and slow adoption of electric vehicles create significant obstacles for the state's ambitious goals.
Local & State
Former Biddeford man, abused by priest, loses court battle over $875 counseling payment
David Gagnon, 54, who now lives in Montreal, sued the Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland in small claims court after it failed to reimburse him.
Local & State
This year’s Christmas tree has surprisingly deep roots
The Norway spruce that graces Portland’s Monument Square for the holiday season was planted three decades ago by a young city arborist in his first year on the job.
Bill Nemitz
Bill Nemitz: Echoes of Watergate – with one glaring difference
Longtime Maine mover-and-shaker Severin Beliveau doesn't just remember the scandal that took down President Richard Nixon. He found himself in its cross hairs.
Local & State
Maine Med’s new $8 million helipad saves time – and likely lives
It offers two landing spots and quicker access for critically ill patients to the Portland hospital's emergency department.
Food
Plum delicious – with hard sauce
The Gaylord family in Wells puts Quaker Plum Pudding on the table every Christmas in honor of their mémé.
Books
Maine winters make for a writer’s wonderland
The beautiful and isolating season finds its way into the work of many Maine authors, both as setting and inspiration.
Outdoors
Winter solstice: Celebrate the slow return of light
In this technology-obsessed era, gatherings that celebrate nature are more important than ever.
Editorials
Our View: Invest in people and build Maine’s economy
The state's new economic development plan rightly focuses on building the workforce.
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Nation & World Posted: 12:47 PM
‘Jumanji’ ends ‘Frozen 2’ hot streak to claim top spot
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Customers might have to shell out for scallops in 2020
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Nation & World Posted: 12:41 PM
Feds to help far northern Maine city improve water services
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Local & State Posted: 12:39 PM
Bipartisan proposal to prevent cyberattacks included in defense bill
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Nation & World Posted: 11:14 AM
Anna Karina, the icon of French New Wave cinema, dies at 79
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Sports Posted: 9:05 AM
Tiger Woods sparks rally as U.S. wins Presidents Cup
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Local & State Posted: 7:23 AM
Spirit of Massachusetts floating restaurant torn from shore in storm
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Local & State Posted: 4:00 AM
Former Biddeford man, abused by priest, loses court battle over $875 counseling payment
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Premier Property Posted: 4:00 AM
One-of-a-Kind Condo Is a Part of American Literary History
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Editorials Posted: 4:00 AM
Our View: Invest in people and build Maine’s economy
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Local & State Posted: 4:00 AM
Maine Med’s new $8 million helipad saves time – and likely lives
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Bill Nemitz Posted: 4:00 AM
Bill Nemitz: Echoes of Watergate – with one glaring difference
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Business
Volkswagen, Toyota threaten to revoke Saco dealerships’ franchise rights
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Local & State
Record-setting rainfall swells rivers, floods roads across southern Maine
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Cops & Courts
In her final days, abused 10-year-old said, ‘I feel like I’m dying,’ mother told police
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Business
The Wrap: Three new restaurants, a second location, and a new chef
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Local & State
Influx of asylum seekers fills Portland’s overflow shelters
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Cops & Courts
Portland man charged with murder takes stand in own defense
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Letters
Garage's decision adds $15 to cost of Nickelodeon ticket
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Local & State
Truck jack-knifes on Interstate 295 in Portland, closing highway for hours
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Cops & Courts
Girl’s heart ‘gave out’ after months of abuse, doctor tells jurors
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Business
Renys purchases historic building in downtown Bath
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Local & State
Despite rescue attempt, man dies after car crashes into brook in West Paris
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Business
Southwest adds direct flights from Portland to Nashville and Chicago
December 11
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Local & State
Record-setting rainfall swells rivers, floods roads across southern Maine
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Local & State
Pedestrian died after being struck by vehicle in Augusta, police say
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Local & State
Spirit of Massachusetts floating restaurant torn from shore in storm
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Local & State
Icy conditions suspected in 11-vehicle pileup on I-95 in Pittsfield
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Local & State
Loon numbers rise to records in New Hampshire, Vermont
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Local & State
Scarborough couple makes giving to toy fund an annual event
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Books
A family secret hovers over Diana Altman’s 2nd novel
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Restaurant reviews
Dine Out Maine: At Enio’s, the feel may be low-key but the food is anything but
This under-the-radar South Portland restaurant serving mostly rustic Italian food gets four stars.
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Politics
Anti-impeachment Democrat poised to switch parties after plea from Trump
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Business
Louisiana sues California over alligator products ban
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Nation & World
NYC paying $625,000 to mom whose baby was ripped away by police
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Nation & World
U.S. finally giving boot to official foot measurement
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Nation & World
Michigan family’s heirloom is 141-year-old fruitcake
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Nation & World
Shooting in Atlanta mall food court injures 1
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Specialist teams still looking to recover last 2 volcano victims
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Nation & World
Italy’s Sardines rally in backlash against anti-immigration leader
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Business
Mexico disputes language in U.S. bill on ratifying trade pact
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