weather

Published
February 20, 2022

Maine Observer: Days get longer, warmer and full of life

The countdown is on. Soon enough, Mainers will get their rewards for enduring another long, cold winter.
Published
February 18, 2022

At least 9 more deaths as 2nd major storm smashes northern Europe

Storm Eunice produced heightened concern because it has the potential to produce a 'sting jet,' a small area of intense winds that may exceed 100 mph.
Published
February 17, 2022

Warm, wet and windy in Maine on Thursday night

Some power outages will be possible as a spring-like storm rolls through.
Published
February 13, 2022

The week starts cold, but mild air returns on Thursday

After record-breaking warmth on Saturday, winter has settled back in. Warmer weather does not stay away for long, though.
Published
February 13, 2022

Maine Observer: A call to a neighbor might go a long way

When winter storms hit, Mainers used to look out for each other – one landline check-in at a time.
Published
February 6, 2022

Light snow to start the week, but milder weather returns

The morning commute could be slick on Tuesday. After that, temperatures finally trend to be above average.
Published
February 6, 2022

Maine Observer: Getting ready is the best part of a storm

Once you have navigated a crowded supermarket, hunkering down in a warm house is easy.
Published
February 5, 2022

Commentary: Don’t let weather buzzwords like ‘bombogenesis’ cloud the forecast

Catchy terms attract a lot of attention. But it’s paramount we don't lose sight of key messages and how to stay safe.
Published
February 4, 2022

Storm that slugged the South and Midwest brings misery to Northeast

A major winter storm that already cut electric power to about 350,000 homes and businesses from Texas to the Ohio Valley is now causing misery in the Northeast.
Published
February 3, 2022

Portland jetport cancels most flights as messy winter storm bears down

Rain was expected to change over to ice and sleet Thursday night, followed by several inches of snow in southern areas of the state and as much as 18 inches in northern regions.

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