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ADUs could be key to easing Maine’s housing crisis. Will they be embraced?

It’s been 3 years since the community pool closed. City officials say the funding is worth it to finally restore the resource.

The presumptive Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate is also calling for a nationwide, 4-year freeze on electricity rate increases.

One New Gloucester resident loaned the store $50,000 to help it reopen for the second time this century.

by Heather Hollingsworth Associated Press May 8, 2026May 8, 2026

The platform used by Bowdoin College and others for managing grades and assignments went down Thursday while many students were studying for finals.

Police have arrested 15 people, including 12 juveniles, and seized seven firearms in recent days, Chief Carly Conley said.

by Tammy Wells May 8, 2026May 8, 2026

Commissioners OK referendum to abolish elected treasurer. County residents will vote on Nov. 3.

The 56-year-old man was arrested after the alleged attack at the town hall Tuesday, Maine State Police said.

The specialty eye center was losing up to $1 million annually, a spokesperson said. Its closure will force 4,500 patients to find new care.

by Staff Report May 8, 2026May 9, 2026

Isabelle Oss, Madeleine Kaptein and Krissy Waite join the nonprofit news organization this month.