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Kennebunk warns residents of scam emails purporting to be from town officials

by Abigail Driscoll February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

The town’s Community Development Department is encouraging residents to be wary of requests to transfer money, even if the messages initially appear legitimate.

Maine, News, Schools and Education

Palestine conference canceled by USM over speaker’s sanctions has new location

by Riley Board February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

The academic discussion called the ‘Consequence of Palestine’ will take place at First Parish Congregational Church in Gorham.

Health, Maine, News

Maine’s primary care shortage is expected to worsen. Experts are planning solutions.

by Joe Lawlor February 26, 2026February 28, 2026

Maine is graduating more doctors, but experts say increasing the primary care workforce is hampered by several issues.

Business, Maine, News

Nobleboro denied a request to build a Verizon tower. Now the developer is suing.

by Daniel Kool February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

A local zoning ordinance prohibits cell towers from being built more than 300 yards from U.S. Route 1.

Maine, New England, News

Maine National Guard heads for Rhode Island to help with blizzard response

by Drew Johnson February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

Two dozen soldiers and 10 dump trucks have been mobilized to help haul snow and expedite the cleanup process, the Guard announced Thursday.

Arts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine, News

Ogunquit Museum of American Art names new executive director

February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

David Cummingham, the interim executive director, is taking the job permanently.

Maine, New England, News, The Maine Forecast

Rare bluebird day allows winter climb to Mount Washington summit

by Rebecca Richard February 26, 2026March 16, 2026

A calm winter weather window allowed the Mount Washington Auto Road SnowCoach to reach the summit, an uncommon opportunity normally prevented by extreme conditions.