Maine churches holding special gatherings in remembrance of Pope Francis

There are Masses and opportunities for prayer.

USDA cancels $35M climate grant to Freeport demonstration farm

The termination letter said Wolfe's Neck Center for Agriculture & the Environment failed to pay at least 65% of its climate-smart agriculture grant directly to farmers.

Ice cream guide: Here’s where you can get a scoop (or 2) in central, southern and Midcoast Maine

Vacationland is ice cream land in the summer when many seasonal ice cream shops serve up their frozen treats.

Freeport girls lacrosse races past Maranacook/Winthrop in season opener

Seniors Lana DiRusso and Mia Levesque combine for 12 goals in the Falcons win over the Black Bears.

Farmers angry over federal funding cuts rally at Maine State House

They showed up, on their tractors, to protest millions in cuts to federal grants, canceled support for school lunches and the termination of 20% of USDA workers who support Maine's farmers.

Freeport and Monmouth softball teams tune up for the season

The Falcons hosted the Mustangs for a preseason game Thursday.

Letter: Impressed by Kessa Benner op-ed

Should transgender athletes be able to compete in high school sports? Here’s what Maine students say about it.

As state and federal officials argue over whether allowing transgender athletes to compete violates the law, we asked students for their thoughts on the issue.

In photos: Mainers rally across the state to protest Trump policies

Thousands of protesters gathered in Portland's Monument Square and near the State House in Augusta, while other 'Hands Off' protests were held in Auburn, Freeport, South Paris, South Portland and more. Here are the best shots from Maine Trust for Local News photographers.

Live updates: Mainers rally across the state to protest Trump policies

Thousands of protesters gathered both in Portland's Monument Square and near the State House in Augusta, while other 'Hands Off' protests were held in Auburn, Freeport, South Paris, South Portland and elsewhere.