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Maine, News

Cold start to winter pushes Maine wood heat demand

by Joe Charpentier January 11, 2026January 19, 2026

December’s colder temperatures have pushed wood demand, while other fuels’ availability and prices remain stable.

Health, Maine, News

Western Maine doctors swamped by flu: ‘Perfect storms’

by Hannah Kaufman January 11, 2026January 9, 2026

‘Not a great time,’ one health care provider said. ‘Get your flu shot.’

Maine, News

When Maine warming centers can’t keep up with demand: ‘We are tasked with life and death decisions’

by Gillian Graham January 11, 2026January 10, 2026

Advocates say overnight facilities are essential in Maine, but services are limited and it is increasingly difficult to meet the need in communities, including those in York County.

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Hiking with a dog this winter? Here’s what you need to know.

by Rebecca Richard January 11, 2026June 12, 2026

As winter continues and spring approaches, dog owners can enjoy Maine trails safely by planning ahead and following basic trail etiquette.

Maine, News

Longtime Portland paramedic firefighter remembered as dedicated public servant

by Rachel Ohm January 10, 2026January 10, 2026

John Kooistra, the deputy fire chief in Windham since 2019, died Monday after a battle with cancer.

Maine, News

Across Maine, protesters join in anti-ICE rallies in response to Minnesota killing

by Rachel Ohm January 10, 2026January 10, 2026

Hundreds of people gathered in Portland, Augusta, Bath and other locations Saturday to protest the killing of Renee Good, a Minneapolis woman, by Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Maine, Politics

Maine legalized iGaming. Will tribes actually benefit?

by Billy Kobin January 10, 2026January 9, 2026

Wabanaki chiefs praised Gov. Janet Mills’ move, but the existing gambling landscape and a people’s veto effort add wrinkles to the change.

Food, Leslie Bridgers, Life & Culture, Maine, News

Strangers met for dinner at 5 Portland restaurants. Despite our fears, it was fun. | Column

by Leslie Bridgers January 10, 2026January 12, 2026

Based on personal traits and dining preferences, The Maine Dinner Club matches people up to share a meal out. It wasn’t as awkward as you might think.