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Meet the new Gorham, Buxton and Standish community reporter

by Madeleine Kaptein May 21, 2026May 22, 2026

I’m looking forward to telling the stories of the communities I’m covering in southern Maine.

Community, Maine, News

Hundreds pay respects to Maine pioneer Gerald Talbot in Portland

by Andrew Rice May 21, 2026May 21, 2026

Gov. Janet Mills was among the dignitaries speaking at the memorial service honoring the state’s first Black legislator on Thursday, when many said his legacy of standing up for justice will be carried on.

Community, News

South Portland residents nervous about rumored increase in ICE activity

by Dana Richie May 21, 2026May 27, 2026

The city hasn’t received official word about immigration enforcement, but community members are noticing detentions.

Community, Nation & World, News

Casco church sues federal agencies over alleged ayahuasca interference

by Rory Sweeting May 21, 2026May 21, 2026

The suit follows the federal government seizing plants used to brew ayahuasca.

Community, News

Councilors cut funding for Lisbon Emergency. Now they want to add it back.

by Kendra Caruso May 21, 2026May 21, 2026

The chief of the ambulance service said Tuesday the lack of funding will reduce personnel to unsafe levels.

Community, Cops & Courts, News

Former Anson tax collector still owes town $475K in restitution, prosecutors say

by Jake Freudberg May 21, 2026May 22, 2026

A hearing is scheduled for June 2 on a request to enforce the payment of restitution owed by Claudia Viles.

Community, Maine, News

Searsmont and Robbins Lumber have been entwined for decades. Will tragedy bring them closer?

by Dylan Tusinski May 21, 2026May 22, 2026

Nearly everyone in this small town knows someone who works at the sawmill. A deadly explosion there last week has emboldened the sense of community in an already tight-knit town.