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Millennials, Gen Zers take on Biddeford leadership roles as ‘Biddesance’ gets younger

by Sydney Richelieu December 3, 2025December 2, 2025

Since the Nov. 4 election, several Biddeford residents under 40 have taken on key leadership positions in the city.

Maine, News

Maine parents turn to Press Herald Toy Fund to find joy for kids amid heartbreak

by Press Herald staff report December 3, 2025December 2, 2025

The Toy Fund will ensure Maine children facing difficult circumstances are able to find some much-needed happiness at the holidays.

Maine, News, The Maine Forecast

Portland’s homeless residents struggle to stay warm as snow arrives

by Grace Benninghoff December 2, 2025December 5, 2025

The city’s warming shelter didn’t open during the first storm of the winter because temperatures and snow accumulation did not meet the required threshold, leaving some people out in the cold.

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Yarmouth residents rally to raise Christmas tree as town debates traditions

by Sophie Burchell December 2, 2025December 4, 2025

After the town stopped hosting a tree-lighting event, locals found their own evergreen and called on the town to bring back the celebration.

Maine, News, The Maine Forecast

First major snowfall of the season blankets Maine

by Daniel Kool and Morgan Womack December 2, 2025December 5, 2025

Tuesday’s storm prompted schools and government offices to close, and delighted some snow lovers with moments of winter wonder.

Maine, News, Politics

Maine secretary of state opposes using federal immigration database to determine voter eligibility

by Rachel Ohm December 2, 2025December 2, 2025

Secretary of State Shenna Bellows joined Democratic officials from 11 other states in criticizing the Trump administration’s proposed expansion of its use.

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A Maine children’s author drew Taylor Swift’s otter shirt

by Ray Routhier December 2, 2025December 2, 2025

Chris Van Dusen, of Camden, created the image of 2 otters lounging in the water, which Swift made famous in October in a film promoting her latest album.