‘Grafting,’ out June 2, is writer Rylan Hynes’ debut novel.
Life & Culture
Stories about life, culture, entertainment and arts from the Portland Press Herald.
Read the poem ‘Hope’ by Janie Gendron
Maine poems edited and introduced by Megan Grumbling.
Interested in bird-watching in Maine? Join the flock
The spring migration offers ample opportunities to take up a new hobby or spot a new species.
Is the official US poverty measure still based on a 1960s formula? | Fact brief
Maine’s official poverty rate in 2024 was 10.6%, matching the U.S. rate, according to the Census Bureau.
Memorial Day procession in Portland honors sacrifices of those who died for the country
The Deering Center Neighborhood Association marked Memorial Day with a solemn ceremony to remember U.S. military personnel who died in the line of duty. Staff photographer Daryn Slover captured the scene.
Man with cancer and permanent spinal injury blames Lewiston hospital for both
The Auburn man and his wife are putting their house on the market because they can no longer maintain it.
Freeport High School class president tackles mental health crisis
Colby Lewis, Class of 2026 president, is addressing the need for mental health services in Freeport through a class project and after graduation.
The 10 hikes across Maine that will get you from your couch to Katahdin this year
Looking to challenge yourself to hike the iconic Katahdin, but need a place to start? We have the guide to prep you for the ascent.
5 Maine events this week include Temptations musical, medieval cage fighting
See a marionette version of ‘Hansel and Gretel’ at The Public Theatre in Lewiston.
Sing ‘Pink Pony Club’ with Maine Music Collective
Also, Jacob Augustine’s album release show takes place Saturday at Space in Portland.