Things to do for kids and families range from amusement parks and drive-in movies to day trips to museums or natural wonders.
Megan Gray
Staff Writer
Megan Gray covers the outdoors and tourism at the Portland Press Herald. A Midwest native, she moved to Maine in 2016. She has written about presidential politics and local government, jury trials and jails, arts and culture. Outside of work, you can find her kayaking on the ocean and exploring Maine's many coastal islands with her husband.
Greater Portland Landmarks sues city to prevent demolition of Free Street building
The preservation nonprofit is seeking to overturn a City Council vote in May that allows the Portland Museum of Art to demolish the former Children’s Museum and Theatre of Maine.
Judge dismisses charges against defendant who waited 105 days for a lawyer
District Judge Sarah Churchill likely became the first jurist in the state to dismiss charges because a defendant’s right to counsel had been violated.
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Chef and food writer Joe Ricchio’s hot takes on Maine’s summer eats
He doesn’t like to eat at the beach, and he’s got some thoughts on lobster bakes.
Maine theaters are seeing strong interest in this summer’s shows
Early-season tickets sales have Oqunquit Playhouse and Maine State Music Theatre optimistic. Here’s what’s on the lineup at those stages and more.
Time & Temperature Building owner says tearing down former children’s museum would jeopardize historic district
Chris Rhoades, an owner of the Time & Temperature Building, says a developer plans to build 250 affordable housing units there but is relying on federal tax credits.
Graduation season begins as hundreds receive degrees from the University of Southern Maine
The University of Maine System handed out thousands of degrees in ceremonies in Orono, Augusta, Farmington, Fort Kent, Presque Isle, Portland and Machias.
Several injured when pinned between antique vehicle, float at Kennebunk May Day parade
Two adults have serious injuries to lower extremities from the incident, which officials say appears to be an accident.
‘Northeaster,’ ‘Maine, A Love Story’ among finalists for Maine Literary Awards
The winner will be announced at a ceremony in Rockport on May 30.