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Posted inSports, Varsity Maine
2025 Southern Maine Athletes of the Week: Winter Week 2/3
Press Herald sports writers nominate high school athletes from the prior week’s games.
Readers vote for their top choice and the winner will be announced in the newspapers the following Sunday all season long!
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Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Maine’s U.S. Senate race is the 4th most expensive in the nation
The surge in early spending shows the importance of the seat, currently held by Republican Susan Collins, in determining control of the Senate.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
An exceptional ICE calls for exceptions to the norm | Editorial
In light of the galling chaos we’ve witnessed this year, Gov. Janet Mills’ decision on a contentious bill was the right decision.
Posted inLetters
Proposed new high-rise not the right fit for Portland | Letter
The 300-foot tower being proposed for the Old Port is not appropriate and would adversely affect the charm of this historic area. The Old Port has contributed to the tremendous growth in tourism to Portland. The restored and well-maintained buildings in the area revitalized a decaying eyesore of the 1970s. The hotels, shops and restaurants […]
Posted inMaine, News, The Maine Forecast
4 Maine weather maps show how much wind is forecast Friday
A low-pressure system is bringing powerful winds, fog and rain to much of the state.
Posted inMaine, News
Projected costs for new South Portland civic center are $120 million more than first estimated
The Mahoney City Center Committee approved a conceptual design to present to the City Council in the new year that could cost $193.8 million.
Posted inMaine, News
Regular donors help Press Herald Toy Fund bring holiday joy to Maine families
Help from longtime supporters is a big reason the charity has successfully delivered holiday cheer to children for more than 70 years.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Can European holiday demand reverse Maine’s lobster export slump?
Hopes are high after the U.S. and Europe agreed over the summer to extend a trade deal that keeps Maine companies on equal footing with their Canadian rivals.
Posted inLetters
Let’s end this shameful chapter in US history | Letter
In today’s America, we are witnessing incomprehensible, daily examples of cruelty and depravity affecting us all. How can it be that: As we celebrate this season of light and miracles, according to our individual traditions, we must hope that our country will again celebrate its precious diversity; hope that health insurance will be affordable for everyone; […]