Pandemic brews stormy weather for local lobstermen
The economic fallout from plummeting demand and prices is producing the worst conditions local lobster fishermen have seen in years, and the peak season is only just beginning.
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South Portland to start hybrid school year next month
The school board voted 6-1 to start the year in a part distance-learning, part in-person format.
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Wastewater testing to aid in coronavirus response
The test can detect the presence of the virus in an area up to a week before individual clinical testing points to it.
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Portland Forecaster
Homeless protesters at City Hall say they’re staying put
The city, meanwhile, focuses on health concerns at the encampment and plans conversations with protesters about their demands.
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Portland Forecaster
Eco-friendlier ferry coming to Casco Bay service
The new vessel, expected by the end of 2022, will be one of the first of its kind to have a hybrid diesel electric propulsion system that dramatically cuts carbon dioxide emissions.
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Portland Forecaster
Portland dental office hopes to take bite out of illegal hunting
Dr. Daniel Figueiredo will donate a portion of proceeds from exams at his new dental studio to Maine Operation Game Thief.
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The Forecaster
Many beachgoers undeterred after Harpswell shark attack
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Portland Forecaster
Maine Bicentennial: Portland
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Lakes Region Weekly
New Gloucester group calls on AMVETS to stop using Confederate flag
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Portland Forecaster
Portland weighs how long homeless encampment can stay
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Portland Forecaster
New public health director for city hopes for wider impact
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Portland Forecaster
Fundraiser seeks mobile shower unit for homeless
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Lakes Region Weekly
Cumberland Farmers’ Club launches $42,000 fundraiser to install 1931 Standish sawmill at fairgrounds
Ron Harmon of Standish, whose grandfather first operated the gas-powered sawmill, is donating it to the Cumberland Fairgrounds.
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The Forecaster
Several incumbents seek reelection in Brunswick, Freeport elections
Nomination papers in Brunswick and Freeport are due back Sept. 4 and 9, respectively.
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Coastal Journal
Freeport’s Desert of Maine looks to future expansion and $1M investment
The landmark venue's owners look to have a zoning district created that would allow for a cafe, larger musical performances, and an arts center.
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Falmouth Land Trust needs more donors as deadline to buy Underwood Springs nears
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Coastal Journal
Freeport church to enter new chapter as performance hall, arts gallery
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The Forecaster
Planners hope revamped Falmouth project boosts area business
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The Forecaster
Bell takes Democratic nomination in Maine House 47
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American Journal
Local nonprofits beating back senior isolation
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The Forecaster
Falmouth OKs expanding outdoor dining, retail space
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The Forecaster
Coastal Journal Edition People & Business: Aug. 7
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Coastal Journal
Sande’s Picks: Fresh from the sea
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Coastal Journal
Cooking at the Cove: When a craving calls
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The Forecaster
Bowdoin College prepares for largely off-campus learning this fall
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The Forecaster
Sande’s Picks: Creative local business support
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The Forecaster
Cooking at the Cove: Potluck on the porch
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Coastal Journal
‘There’s still a lot of light’: Bath teen scores national attention for local ‘Wicked Good News’ webcast
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Coastal Journal
Former Bath Police deputy chief seeks Bath City Council seat
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Coastal Journal
Maine Bicentennial: Harpswell
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Southern Forecaster
New Cash Corner fire station on time, within budget
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Southern Forecaster
The Downs begins new residential stage of development
The Scarborough Planning Board recently approved a new 23-lot subdivision, the first of several new residential projects that are the latest in the ongoing development of The Downs area.
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The Forecaster
Cape Elizabeth names new public works director
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Southern Forecaster
Cape green-lights new solar panel project
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Southern Forecaster
Former So. Portland school psychologist censured for harassment
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Southern Forecaster
Maine Bicentennial: South Portland
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Southern Forecaster
Scarborough considers $14M affordable senior housing complex
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Southern Forecaster
South Portland to hire minority COVID specialist
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Southern Forecaster
Knightville’s Big Babe’s down, but not out
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Forecaster Sports
Lance Johnson named new Portland High AD
Former PHS athlete and coach excited about first administrative opportunity.
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Forecaster Sports
Portland captures Maine Summer Sandlot Baseball League title
Inaugural season gave local baseball players an outlet after high school campaign cancelled.
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Forecaster Sports
The Best of the Best – Volleyball
A countdown of the top Forecaster Country volleyball teams since 2001.
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Forecaster Sports
Former PHS quarterback to play football in France
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Forecaster Sports
Waynflete names new boys’ lax coach
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Forecaster Sports
The Best of the Best – Field hockey
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Forecaster Sports
The Best of the Best- Girls’ soccer
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Forecaster Sports
Portland AD Rob O’Leary stepping down
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Forecaster Sports
Varsity Maine Coach of the Year: Dave Halligan, Falmouth
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Forecaster Sports
Scarborough girls’ lax holds off Mt. Ararat for elusive title
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Forecaster Sports
Yarmouth overcomes adversity, roars back to beat Wells for regional title
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Forecaster Sports
Scarborough puts on a 48-minute show, dominates Windham to win first Class A title
