Maine poems edited and introduced by Megan Grumbling.
Life & Culture
Stories about life, culture, entertainment and arts from the Portland Press Herald.
‘Guilty by Definition’ is the perfect mystery for word lovers
Susie Dent’s winning novel follows a team of lexicographers investigating cryptic letters related to a long-ago disappearance.
Residents on a tiny island in Maine struggle as climate change reshapes their lives
In alternating chapters, the many well-drawn characters in ‘Little Great Island’ each gets to tell the story from their perspective.
Maine brothers’ music backs new film, ‘Star Trek’ podcast
Sam and Marcus Bagala, who grew up in Gray, wrote the music for a documentary about baseball legend Roberto Clemente and the audio drama series ‘Star Trek: Khan.’
Northern Light, Anthem contract talks stall ahead of midnight deadline
Northern Light Health physicians and medical providers will be out of network for patients with Anthem plans starting Wednesday, and it is unclear when negotiations on a new contract will resume.
Northern Light Health to close Waterville walk-in clinic
The clinic will close about 6 months after the health system shuttered Inland Hospital.
L.L.Bean and Noah Kahan collaborate again
The collection includes a line of dog products and several apparel options.
Yom Kippur fasting feels different for some Jewish Mainers advocating for Gaza aid
Some of the core principles of the most solemn day on the Jewish calendar resonate with them.
Taylor Swift inspired this steakhouse cocktail. We re-created it
The Post took a crack at making its own version of the Alchemy, a cocktail inspired by Taylor Swift served at Travis Kelce’s new steakhouse.
A new box office is just the ticket for the State Theatre
The venue is renovating a neighboring storefront to add space and help reduce lines.