News - Portland Press Herald

Body of woman found on Portland beach identified after decadelong effort

by Andrew Rice June 2, 2026June 3, 2026

The Maine Office of Chief Medical Examiner said the identification was made through the help of the nonprofit DNA Doe Project, which conducted forensic genealogy.

Community, News

Old Saco church poised to become affordable housing

by Sydney Richelieu June 2, 2026June 2, 2026

The former Methodist church on School Street has been owned by the city since 2019 and was originally intended to be a teen center. Now, nonprofit Project Home is working to turn it into apartments.

Community, News

What’s in Marshwood’s proposed $40.6 million budget?

by Isabelle Oss June 2, 2026June 2, 2026

Voters in South Berwick and Eliot will consider a 4.3% increase in the MSAD 35 budget and a 3.95% tax hike during the June 9 referendum vote.

Business, Food, Maine, News

Longtime Tandem staffer leaves to tend to coffee cart business

by Tim Cebula June 2, 2026June 2, 2026

Kenny Peterson will devote himself full time to Side by Side Coffee.

Community, Maine, News

Juvenile driver cited for speeding after 2-car crash in Raymond

by Teddy Almond June 2, 2026June 3, 2026

Both drivers involved were trying to make illegal passes when they crashed and were treated for minor injuries at the scene, the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office said.

Community, News

Falmouth approves 10-year contract for police tech

by Sophie Burchell June 2, 2026June 2, 2026

The technology company Axon will supply police with gear, including body cameras, Tasers and cameras that automatically read license plates.

Business, Health, Maine, News

Another Maine hospital could close its birthing center

by Joe Lawlor and Drew Johnson June 2, 2026June 3, 2026

If MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital closes its maternity ward in Damariscotta, it would continue a long-term trend in Maine of closures as the state’s birth rate drops.