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Maine, News

Renters push for funding for eviction prevention program

by Gillian Graham March 26, 2026March 26, 2026

A pilot program launched in 2024 helped more than 1,280 households avoid eviction.

News

Leeds farmer found guilty of murder in 2023 shooting death of Windham man

by Mark LaFlamme March 26, 2026March 26, 2026

Prosecutors said Joseph Chute killed Alex Jackson over a debt in May 2023.

News

Lewiston School Committee wants revaluation results before deciding budget

by Emily Duggan March 26, 2026March 26, 2026

Faced with an increasing budget that eliminates positions, the committee wants more information on taxpayer impact before it moves forward.

Maine, Maine Crime, News

Police searched Skowhegan town manager’s office after search of his home, records show

by Jake Freudberg March 26, 2026March 26, 2026

The application for the second search warrant details some of the child sexual abuse material police found while searching devices from Nicholas Nadeau’s Winslow home.

News, Sports

Falmouth sailor’s America’s Cup bid still afloat

by Steve Craig March 26, 2026March 27, 2026

Chris Poole says he has sponsors lined up to support a campaign if he can get funds for the fast-approaching $6 million entry fee.

Business, Maine, News

Mi’kmaq Nation to pay its members using sports betting income

by Reuben M. Schafir March 26, 2026March 26, 2026

The tribe has not previously made substantial cash payments to its members.

Maine, News, Politics

Maine urges federal judge to dismiss DOJ’s lawsuit seeking voter registration data

by Emily Allen March 26, 2026March 26, 2026

The Department of Justice sued the state last year for voter registration lists, arguing it was necessary to ensure Maine is complying with federal law.