As a parent of three children in the city’s public schools, I want to publicly apologize to the educators and staff of South Portland School District. It is beyond maddening that our district is facing another large budget shortfall requiring cutting more than 70 positions from schools. As a taxpayer, it feels that there has […]
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Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Does Jonathan Bush meet Maine’s residency requirement for governor?
Bush has owned a home in Cape Elizabeth since 2020, but tax records show he received resident exemptions in Massachusetts until 2023, and his campaign would not provide the dates he has lived in Maine.
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Posted inFood, Maine, News
3 of the best spots to get cold brew coffee in Biddeford
Stop into these cafes to get your caffeine on your next trip to Maine’s ‘hottest’ city, no matter what the weather’s like.
Posted inObituaries
Obituary: Robert F. Barter
WEST BATH – Robert F. Barter, 83 of West Bath, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2026.
He was born in …
Posted inDeath Notices
Death Notice: Robert F. Barter
Barter, Robert F. 83 of West Bath, March 23, 2026. Celebration of life, 1 p.m., April 4, Daigle Funeral …
Posted inBoston Celtics, Sports
Celtics edge Hawks despite Brown’s absence
Peyton Pritchard scores 36 points and Jayson Tatum gets a season-high 26 as Boston hands Atlanta just its second loss in 16 games.
Posted inMaine, News
Bath Iron Works, union reach tentative agreement
Members of the Bath Marine Draftsmen’s Association will vote Saturday morning on the agreement, which the union says is an improvement over the offer it rejected ahead of striking this week.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Howland resident charged with arson in 2022 fire
The 39-year-old arrested Friday is accused in connection with a fire that damaged the Howland Corner Store more than 3 years ago, and officials say they expect additional arrests.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine attorney suspended for allegedly taking advantage of a wealthy, vulnerable client
Peter Drum, 51, of Newcastle, was suspended from practicing law in Maine on Thursday following accusations that he coerced a client into giving him access to their financial holdings.
Posted inMaine, Politics
A Democratic official flagged potential problems with MaineCare. Mills is pushing back.
State Auditor Matt Dunlap’s fresh findings about MaineCare financial controls drew pushback from Gov. Janet Mills’ administration. Both Democrats are seeking higher office this year.