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Weekend snow spell in southern Maine causes crashes, parking bans and reduced speeds

by Drew Johnson January 19, 2026January 19, 2026

Two waves of snow – one on Saturday and another Sunday into Monday – brought at least 3 inches of snow to much of southern Maine this weekend.

Arts & Entertainment, Do This, Life & Culture, Maine

5 fun things to do in Waldoboro

by Ray Routhier January 19, 2026June 11, 2026

The booking agent at the historic Waldo Theatre shares some of her favorite places in the Midcoast town.

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Biddeford WinterFest offers a chance to shake off the winter blues

by Sydney Richelieu January 19, 2026January 19, 2026

This year’s edition of the weekendlong family-friendly event is scheduled for Feb. 6-8.

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Maine’s red flag law goes live in February. What will that look like?

by Emily Bader The Maine Monitor January 18, 2026January 20, 2026

Two years after the Lewiston mass shootings, voters approved a red flag law. Supporters say it’s a critical tool for preventing violence.

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Fatal car crash reported in Falmouth amid snowy weather

by Dana Richie January 18, 2026January 20, 2026

A car went off the road Saturday afternoon on the Falmouth Spur. The driver did not survive.

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After 40 years, the pioneers of Maine winemaking are closing up shop

by Peggy Grodinsky January 18, 2026January 20, 2026

The Bartlett Maine Estate Winery in Gouldsboro is for sale, as its founders, famous for their complex, award-winning blueberry wines, consider retirement.

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How common is MaineCare fraud?

by Rachel Ohm January 18, 2026January 17, 2026

The Maine Office of the Attorney General investigates dozens of complaints each year, while the Department of Health and Human Services is also involved in responding to issues.