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How a chemical spill in Brunswick has affected Casco Bay

by Penelope Overton March 25, 2026March 25, 2026

A 2-year study tracked the toxic reach of forever chemicals from a 51,000-gallon spill of firefighting foam in 2024.

Maine, News

Clear out your space and donate to these 8 places in Greater Portland

by Dana Richie March 25, 2026March 27, 2026

Spring cleaning time is a good way to give your gently used items a second life with someone else.

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Sanford cheerleader, 9, is on her third set of lungs

by Robert Lowell March 25, 2026March 26, 2026

Buxton Center Elementary School, where Emily King’s mother teaches 1st grade, was recognized by New England Donor Services for its support of the family.

Business, Maine, News

Developer of data center for Jay mill seeks exemption to proposed legislation

by Rebecca Richard March 25, 2026March 26, 2026

The decision could shape whether a major redevelopment project moves forward in a region still recovering from the loss of its paper industry.

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Maine mother-daughter duo create children’s book to bring kids outdoors

by Robert Lowell March 25, 2026March 25, 2026

Susan Cassidy, of Standish, and her daughter Randee, of Sebago, co-authored ‘Ladybugs and Ellie Go Camping’ hoping to get kids outside.

Cops & Courts, Maine, News

Maine police were investigating Skowhegan town manager before his death, records show

by Jake Freudberg March 25, 2026March 25, 2026

The Maine State Police seized cellphones and computers from Nicholas Nadeau’s Winslow home as part of their investigation into a complaint from a teenage girl in Florida.

Fact Brief, Maine, News

Are antique vehicles 25 years or older exempt from Maine’s annual inspections? | Fact brief

by J. Craig Anderson Maine Trust for Local News March 25, 2026March 25, 2026

A 2024 amendment to state law altered the definitions and exemptions for vehicles registered as antiques.

Maine, News, Schools and Education

Portland OKs study of middle school reorganization

by Riley Board March 25, 2026March 25, 2026

The superintendent was directed to deliver a report by October, but the school board scaled back language that specifically mentioned consolidating middle schools, from 3 to 2.