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Maine, News, Schools and Education

Parents ask that George Mitchell’s name be removed from Waterville school

by Amy Calder February 9, 2026February 10, 2026

Former U.S. Sen. George J. Mitchell, a Waterville native, is mentioned in the Epstein files.

Maine, News

Portland hires firm to market prime ‘Midtown’ parcels in Bayside neighborhood

by Andrew Rice February 9, 2026February 9, 2026

The lots along Somerset Street represent some of the only remaining undeveloped land on the peninsula.

Cops & Courts, Maine, News

Eliot Cutler arrested again on charges of violating probation

by Drew Johnson February 9, 2026February 10, 2026

It is the third time since September that the former gubernatorial candidate has been accused of violating probation for his 2023 conviction on child pornography charges.

Business, Food, Maine

The Super Bowl was bad for the Pats – but good business for Maine restaurants

by Tim Cebula February 9, 2026February 9, 2026

And at least one Portland restaurant was all about the halftime show.

Maine, News

Maine saw 20% drop in fatal drug overdoses in 2025, the 3rd straight year of steady decline

by Dylan Tusinski February 9, 2026February 12, 2026

Expanded harm reduction efforts and the declining prevalence of fentanyl are fueling the trend, officials say.

Maine, News, The Maine Forecast

Another round of snow is heading for Maine

by Drew Johnson February 9, 2026February 9, 2026

Most of southern, central and western Maine is expected to receive 4 to 6 inches Tuesday night into Wednesday afternoon, while some areas farther east could get up to 8 inches, forecasters say.

Elections, Maine, Nation & World, News, Politics

Trump vs. Mills sequel unlikely at White House governors’ event this month

by Randy Billings February 9, 2026February 9, 2026

President Donald Trump is reportedly excluding Democratic governors from a historically bipartisan meeting of the nation’s governors, which last year produced a viral clash with Maine Gov. Janet Mills over transgender athletes.