The National Weather Service has issued an extreme heat watch between Wednesday and Friday for portions of southern, central and western Maine. Heat and humidity could make it feel as hot as 110 degrees.
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Portland taking legal action over delayed Trelawny Building repairs
The building at 655 Congress St., where masonry began falling in 2023, is subject to historic preservation code requirements.
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The Velvet Dog bar and restaurant launches on Preble Street
The menu at the ‘elevated dive’ aims to be as affordable as possible.
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Does Maine law prohibit riding a bicycle on the sidewalk? | Fact brief
Municipalities may adopt local restrictions on where cyclists can ride.
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6 Maine events this week include comic Caroline Rhea, ‘Citizen Kane’
You can also catch the Casco Bay Wind Symphony in Sanford.
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We’re conducting a reader feedback survey to better understand what you want from our newsrooms.
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Hit these 5 Maine venues to hear local bands outdoors this week
See bands like Primo Cubano and OC and the Offbeats while enjoying the summer air.
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A historical look back at Maine’s Independence Day celebrations
Mainers have long marked America’s milestone birthdays, so here’s a few from our archives.
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Extreme heat in South Portland: Planning ahead for heatwaves | Our Sustainable City
The all-too-familiar short, dark days between November and March. Unrelenting snow and ice. Despite the often long and harsh winters, extreme heat presents dire health concerns for people living in Maine. Last week, the summer solstice signaled the formal shift of the seasons. South Portland teems with signs of summer: fresh strawberries, lush native habitat […]
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14 places to celebrate the Fourth of July in Maine
As the country celebrates its 250th birthday, planned festivities include live music, parades and fireworks.