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A TikTok streamer in Lewiston gains following while running for mental health

by Russ Dillingham April 17, 2026April 17, 2026

Before he starts his day at St. Mary’s hospital, Christian McCollough sends a message of God, love and encouragement over social media.

Maine, News, Politics, Schools and Education

From cellphone bans to the funding formula, major education changes became law

by Riley Board April 17, 2026April 17, 2026

The Legislature passed consequential reforms, including some long-fought changes to school construction funding and making free community college permanent.

Community, News

Cumberland-North Yarmouth school staff union reaches contract

by Sophie Burchell April 16, 2026April 17, 2026

MSAD 51 education support professionals have been working without a contract since July 1.

Community, Cops & Courts, News

Carrabassett Valley man indicted in girlfriend’s death

by Donna M. Perry April 16, 2026April 16, 2026

Austin J. Doucette, 24, is accused of shooting Makayla Rose DeSantis, 23, twice in the chest March 8 at the condo they shared in Carrabassett Valley.

Maine, Nation & World, News

Rep. Pingree, Ms. Rachel join calls for Portland teen to be released from ICE custody

by Drew Johnson April 16, 2026April 17, 2026

Olivia Mabiala Andre, 19, is being held at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Texas, even after her mother and 2 siblings were released in March and returned to Maine.

Maine, News, Outdoors

Lawsuit challenging fishing regulations will go to Maine’s highest court

by Megan Gray April 16, 2026April 16, 2026

The state designates roughly 225 of its 6,000 inland waters for fly-fishing only, according to court documents.

Health, Maine, News

These federal workers lost their jobs. They’re starting over in Maine.

by Joe Lawlor April 16, 2026April 16, 2026

Former aid workers, whose careers took them around the globe, are carving out new opportunities across the state.

Maine, Nation & World, New England, News, Politics

Police pull the plug on mobile billboard targeting Janet Mills on data centers

by Randy Billings April 16, 2026April 16, 2026

Hallowell Police cited the driver for speeding and for having an illuminated advertisement on a vehicle, which is against the law and subject to a fine.