Local & State
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PublishedMay 29, 2023
Maine now has a state butterfly thanks to 2 inquisitive fifth graders
The Old Orchard Beach students reached out to their state representative, Lori Gramlich, who worked with them on submitting a bill naming the Pink-edged Sulphur as Maine's official butterfly.
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PublishedMay 29, 2023
South Portland dedicates park to paratrooper killed in Iraq 16 years ago
The park that brought so much joy to Jason Swiger's childhood is renamed in his honor, with a message to follow his lead and "always extend your hand in friendship."
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PublishedMay 28, 2023
Maine congressional delegation reacts cautiously to debt ceiling deal
Lawmakers say they're waiting for language to be finalized before taking a position on the agreement.
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PublishedMay 28, 2023
Mainers divided over rise of glamping
Some communities are pushing back on plans to develop 'glampgrounds' that seek to offer an outdoor hotel-like experience.
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PublishedMay 28, 2023
Raccoon euthanized after woman brings it to an Auburn pet store and other customers kiss it
The raccoon tested negative for rabies, and there is no rabies risk to the public, Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife spokesperson Mark Latti said Sunday.
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PublishedMay 28, 2023
Manchester YMCA building sold to Woodfords Family Services
The Westbrook-based social service agency plans to expand its clinical, behavioral health and education services in central Maine through its new Manchester facility, once renovations, which could take more than a year, are completed.
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PublishedMay 28, 2023
Holiday weekend brings record-high temperatures across Maine
Many communities surpassed 90 degrees on Sunday, with daily records set in Augusta and Bangor.
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PublishedMay 28, 2023
Maine adjunct professors join push for wage increases
The instructors acknowledge they have different roles than full-time faculty but say they should be paid similarly for performing the same tasks.
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PublishedMay 28, 2023
Ultra-endurance athlete goes the extra mile to raise money for charity
Brendan Walsh of Westbrook doesn't look the part of an accomplished athlete, but at age 30, he has built an impressive résumé that includes a Guinness World Record.
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PublishedMay 28, 2023
Maine chefs are putting a new twist on soft serve ice cream
High-quality ingredients and inventive toppings elevate the summertime treat.
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