I applaud the message of James McGuire’s Feb. 27 op-ed (“American politics is suffering from Rip Van Winkle syndrome”). However, the MAGA leadership has not been sleeping. For well over a decade it has been plotting, strategizing for this Trumpian moment. Its aim all along was to defeat the goals of the past generation toward a more […]
2026
Sea Dogs roughed up by Fisher Cats again
New Hampshire pounds out 14 hits and rolls to its second straight win over Portland.
Main Street Bath to host grand opening of new retail shop
Cottage & Main on Front Street offers unique gifts and vintage finds.
Woolwich gallery presents solo exhibition by Argentinian artist
An opening reception with the artist will be from 3-5 p.m. Saturday, April 11, at Sarah Bouchard Gallery.
UMaine Faculty Senate outlines concerns with university leadership, strategic planning
It sent a letter to leadership last week, outlining a number of grievances and indicating low confidence among staff.
911 transcripts detail hectic moments after Carrabassett Valley man allegedly shot his girlfriend
Calls that Austin Doucette made to 911 on the night of Makayla DeSantis’ death indicate that he tried to drive her to a hospital until a dispatcher told him to pull over and focus on stemming her bleeding.
Experiential fine dining restaurant opening at a secret location in western Maine
The Chametz launches May 16.
Biddeford appeals to Maine’s highest court over approval of UNE pier project
The appeal to the Maine Supreme Judicial Court concerns a complaint from the city that was previously dismissed by the York County Superior Court.
Blue Jays minor league baseball team makes odd history against Sea Dogs
The first 10 runs of Portland’s home opener were scored without either team getting a base hit.
Balancing the books at home and in Augusta | Column
Costs are up substantially from this time last year, and the pressure on Maine households is real.