Totals for Augusta, Durham, Lewiston and Kennebunk reported.
2026
Massive battery storage facility opens in Gorham, furthering Mills’ energy agenda
At 175 megawatts, Cross Town Energy Storage is the largest facility of its kind in New England.
Angus King and Susan Collins are not budging on disagreement over ICE reforms
A short-term Department of Homeland Security funding measure is tied up by Democratic and Republican disagreements over immigration enforcement.
Lawmakers initiate reform of Maine’s fraught school funding formula
The Education Committee is introducing a bill based on researcher recommendations that include integrating local poverty rates and reforming the special education model.
Slow recovery begins after Lindsey Vonn says surgery proves successful
The American skier posts an Instagram picture giving a thumbs-up from her hospital bed in Italy.
Sanford, Wells groups plan 3 projects backed by federal funding
Homes for older adults, expanded community college housing and new fire stations will be supported by the allocations.
South Portland schools brace for another tough budget season
The School Board will consider long-term saving ideas like elementary school reconfiguration.
Portland co-op boys hockey team to forfeit final 2 games of the season
The decision comes after the team left the ice just 10 minutes into a game Saturday against Old Town/Orono.
Damariscotta gallery accepting submissions for new art show
The late-winter exhibition will showcase work that explores the theme ‘Light.’
Freeport venue presents 2 nights of music for Valentine’s weekend
For a fresh take on Jewish music, visit Cadenza on Friday, and it’s all about blues and folk on Saturday.