The supply cost hike is tied largely to wholesale natural gas prices that are on track to keep rising in 2026, in part because more gas will be shipped overseas.
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Maine Trust for Local News wins more than 100 awards at annual press contest
The Maine Press Association added 2 former journalists from the Portland Press Herald to its Hall of Fame.
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Posted inHearts of Pine, Sports
Hearts of Pine clinch playoff berth with tie
Portland can’t hold onto a lead but secures a draw and makes the postseason in its first season.
Posted inMaine, News
‘No Kings’ protests draw thousands of Mainers opposed to Trump policies
The protests in Maine were among more than 2,600 rallies being held nationwide on Saturday in response to federal actions and policies that organizers say threaten democracy.
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Live updates: Mainers gather across the state for latest No Kings protests
Organizers say they expect even larger crowds than those that gathered in June to protest the Trump administration’s actions. In Maine, rallies are planned for Portland, Lewiston-Auburn, Augusta and dozens of other communities.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
5 things to think about as you age in Maine
Here’s some advice and resources on housing, wills, health care directives, driving and volunteer services.
Posted inFood, Maine, News
Maine food pantries weathering funding cuts with help from retailers
Food donations from supermarkets, local food businesses and wholesalers make up about half the food that’s distributed at most Maine food pantries.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine
LeAnn Rimes sings about ‘Portland, Maine’ in new duet
The song was also released in 2014 by Tim McGraw and drew some local ire for the lyric ‘I don’t know where that is. And I don’t want to know.’
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Border Patrol SUV involved in alleged Chicago vehicle ramming, shooting reportedly driven to Maine
A U.S. Border Patrol agent shot a woman accused of ramming an agency vehicle earlier this month. The woman’s attorney says the SUV is now in Maine.
Posted inLife & Culture
Flashback to our Ace Frehley interview ahead of ’98 KISS show in Maine
The original lead guitarist’s interview came as KISS decided to reunite and once again don their iconic face paint and “Destroyer” tour outfits.