Totals for Augusta, Durham, Lewiston and Kennebunk reported.
Maine
Local Maine news from the Portland Press Herald.
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.
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.
Maine venues cancel or delay shows over visa issues for performers, including those from Canada
New restrictions from the Trump administration have added to long processing times and high costs, resulting in fewer international performers here, even ones who live close by.
Here are 4 new Westbrook restaurants that opened this year
Westbrook welcomed a new Thai restaurant, a bar, an Indian restaurant and a diner.
Gross Confection Bar in Portland’s Old Port is closing
The bakery side of the business, however, is set to expand.
South Portland adds 4 new EV chargers
The level 2 chargers are located in Legion Square Park.