Visitors gathered for a full weekend of oyster tastings and live music, complete with a shucking competition.
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Morin Street reopens following ‘all hands’ Biddeford fire
Multiple fire departments were working to extinguish a building fire in Biddeford, which closed Morin Street on Sunday.
How Susan Collins uses her influence to help the defense industry
The five-term Republican senator’s opponent, Graham Platner, says he would do it differently.
What Susan Collins’ appropriations power means for Maine, and what happens if she loses
The Republican senator is running for reelection on her ability to direct spending to towns, hospitals, organizations and universities. Voters will decide how much that matters.
Waterville man charged with kidnapping
A 4-year-old was reported missing from Fairfield shortly before 2 a.m.
Animal rescues convene for their causes in North Yarmouth
Nine rescues set up booths on Saturday at Well & Good Brewing Co. to show off their hard work saving all kinds of animals.
Central Maine towns hit by power outages
A Central Maine Power outage was affecting 11,788 households Saturday.
Warden service finds body of teen who fell in Androscoggin River
The 18-year-old fell in the water Friday night while fishing with friends, authorities say.
York is demolishing a long-abandoned house on Route 1. Here’s what you need to know
After 15 years of deliberation, the unfinished and abandoned building known as the Blinn House — often characterized as an eyesore — has been torn down. What’s next for the land is unclear.
Maine’s roadside farm stands now have their own map
A Brunswick hobby farmer started soliciting listings for his Farmstands Guide in the spring.