Vaccines have a proven record of successfully keeping Mainers safe from diseases that kill, maim and disable children, as well as adults, who may be going through chemotherapy or have autoimmune conditions that render them unable to be vaccinated. Babies too young to be vaccinated are at much greater risk of severe illness or death […]
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Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Maine’s top U.S. Senate candidates will all appear at Fort Kent sled dog races
Gov. Janet Mills, Sen. Susan Collins and Graham Platner are all expected to campaign at the Can-Am Crown International Sled Dog Races this weekend.
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Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Lawmakers approve review of DHHS MaineCare fraud unit
The Government Oversight Committee is directing the state to evaluate the office tasked with monitoring MaineCare, which is the target of fraud allegations.
Posted inLetters
Preserve South Portland’s parks and their legacies | Letter
I would like to share my concern regarding developing any areas that are currently a part of Bug Light Park in South Portland. This park is an iconic landmark in our city. So many of our residents appreciate using this space for enjoying multiple activities — from strolling to picnicking, to kite flying, to playing soccer, etc. To […]
Posted inHomes, Sponsored
You can buy yourself flowers: bouquet CSAs from Maine farms
Spring is on the way and so are local flower subscriptions.
Posted inGirls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Cheverus girls basketball embraces villain role in title pursuit
The Stags know that everyone wants to see them lose. And for the Class South champions, that’s OK by them.
Posted inElections, News, Politics
Union leaders tell Schumer to stop backing Janet Mills over Graham Platner
A recent poll had Platner up big over Maine’s governor in the U.S. Senate race.
Posted inBoys Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Here’s a look at the Maine Class A boys basketball state championship game
Camden Hills star Nolan Ames and his strong supporting cast meet a Portland team that has already shut down several standout scorers.
Posted inGirls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Here’s a look at the Maine Class A girls basketball state final
Cheverus is looking for its third championship in five years, while Hampden Academy seeks another stunner after upsetting Mt. Ararat.
Posted inSports, Varsity Maine
2026 Southern Maine Athletes of the Week: Winter Week 12
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!