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5 fun things to do in Bar Harbor

by Megan Gray May 4, 2026April 30, 2026

A local hospitality consultant shares her favorite spots in town.

Community, News, Schools and Education

Windham-Raymond school budget is up just over 4%

by Rory Sweeting May 4, 2026May 4, 2026

RSU 14 is set to begin paying its debt for the new middle school being constructed, expected to open next year.

Community, News, Schools and Education

Maine senior awarded scholarship to St. Joseph’s College through TikTok challenge

by Rory Sweeting May 4, 2026May 4, 2026

Lindsay Levesque from Thornton Academy in Saco received the scholarship after participating in the #MakeMercyReal challenge.

Elections, Maine, News, Politics

National Democrats back Joe Baldacci in 2nd Congressional District

by Billy Kobin May 4, 2026May 14, 2026

The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee is throwing its support behind Baldacci in the crowded primary, the winner of which will face former Gov. Paul LePage.

Community, Do This, Guides, News, Outdoors

Put a spring in your step on these Cumberland and North Yarmouth trails

by Sophie Burchell May 4, 2026May 4, 2026

Check out 5 trail areas and make the most of the nature near you.

Do This, Food, Maine

15 Maine hot dog spots to visit this summer

by Ray Routhier May 4, 2026May 11, 2026

From old-school joints in Lewiston and Rockland to Portland restaurants adding new flavor combinations, Maine is frankly the perfect place to go on a hot dog tour.