Eric Saindon, who grew up in Gorham, won for his work on ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash.’ A film about Maine-born poet Andrea Gibson also was up for an Oscar Sunday, but did not win.
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Maine’s outgoing hospital lobbyist says there’s no fix for rising health care costs
As Steven Michaud leaves his long-time role with the Maine Hospital Association, he reflected on pivotal events during his tenure.
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Saint Patrick’s Parade showers Portland in Irish pride
The celebration by the Irish American Club of Maine had green-clad crowds cheering along Commercial Street on Sunday.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
UMaine poised to end Spanish degree, suspend medical lab degree
The cuts follow the elimination and suspension of 10 other programs over the past fiscal year across the University of Maine System.
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Where to take your dog in western Maine, from patios to trails
Find dog-friendly walking paths, welcoming restaurants and parks where you can bring your pooch in towns including Bethel, Farmington, Rumford and Rangeley and more.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
How COVID-19 prepared Nirav Shah for the Maine governor’s race
The former Maine CDC director has led recent polling on the Democratic primary after becoming the public face of the state’s pandemic response in 2020.
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Auburn couple looking for occasional pet care | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: We really may need help for our dog, and I hope that Sun Spots can point me in the right direction. We have a lovable 15-year-old female dog that may need a temporary home in case of an emergency. Our family is getting older, and we may need help in the future. […]
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What do Maine’s fishermen and restaurateurs have in common? Mental health challenges. | Opinion
Both our fishing and restaurant sectors shoulder extraordinary strain. If we them to endure here, we must take that into account.
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Winthrop, Monmouth, consider merging police departments
The neighboring towns already share a police chief and officers back each other up on calls.
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Mystery Photo for March 15, 2026
Correctly guess where this photo was taken and you could win a $25 Hannaford Supermarket gift card.