An Old Orchard Beach reserve officer was arrested by ICE last week. The town chief said the feds confirmed he was allowed to work in the U.S. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security called the police department ‘reckless.’
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Terlingua Outpost to open in Portland’s East End
An expansion of the Terlingua Market, the market will offer coffee, drinks, soft-serve and Texan snacks.
Falmouth celebrates Underwood Park upgrades
Additions of play structures, swings and a picnic area to the park completed an upgrade project that has been an idea for 20 years.
Terlingua and Ocotillo chefs to compete in national seafood cook-off
Head chefs of Terlingua and Ocotillo are set to compete in 21st annual Great American Seafood Cook-Off on August 2.
Duran drives in four as Red Sox rout Twins
Jarren Duran and Trevor Story both hit home runs for the second straight game.
International fossil fuel companies don’t need our help | Letter
Isn’t it time to reconsider the subsidies and tax breaks provided to international fossil fuel companies by the federal government? As we look for ways to lower federal taxes, it’s only fair to eliminate financial support for these global corporations, especially now that credits and tax breaks for solar energy are being removed. While I […]
Portland Museum of Art gets closer to tearing down former children’s museum
Workers at the building this week are doing abatement of potentially hazardous materials, a required step before demolition.
Want an appointment at a Maine BMV office? Better plan ahead.
Appointments at most of the state’s 13 Bureau of Motor Vehicle Offices are stretching into October, but people who can’t wait that long can still go without an appointment.
Damariscotta gallery invites artists to submit work for abstract exhibition
River Arts in Damariscotta invites artists to submit work for a juried show of all abstract art. The drop-off deadline for submission is 4 p.m. on Aug. 16. The theme “abstract” showcases the strength and diversity of abstract art flourishing in Maine. The call for submissions is open to all media, including but not limited to […]
5 ways to experience the Bowdoin International Music Festival for free
The Bowdoin International Music Festival offers myriad events at no cost. Here are five ways to enjoy the festival for free before it ends. Young Artists Series Lively performances in Studzinski Recital Hall feature the festival’s 2025 class of talented students hailing from 40 states and 16 countries. Come for one piece or stay for […]