Democratic lawmakers said the funding for Maine nonprofits and houses of worship would help offset a potential halt in federal funds under the Trump administration.
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How a chemical spill in Brunswick has affected Casco Bay
A 2-year study tracked the toxic reach of forever chemicals from a 51,000-gallon spill of firefighting foam in 2024.
Lewiston’s Maine MILL museum makes its big move down the road
The Maine Museum of Innovation, Learning & Labor is moving from Canal Street to next to Simard-Payne park.
‘Be Healed’ in Lewiston, folk music in Topsham, business showcase in Farmington ∣ Get out!
Here are highlights of things to do in the area in the next week.
Former Lewiston Elks Lodge property will become a storage facility
The Buzz: Work is underway at 1675 Lisbon St. to build up to 450 self-serve storage units.
Developer of data center for Jay mill seeks exemption to proposed legislation
The decision could shape whether a major redevelopment project moves forward in a region still recovering from the loss of its paper industry.
Farmington Burger King to be demolished, rebuilt in company’s new style
Demolition is expected to start in April at 633 Wilton Road and be completed by the end of the year.
Maine police were investigating Skowhegan town manager before his death, records show
The Maine State Police seized cellphones and computers from Nicholas Nadeau’s Winslow home as part of their investigation into a complaint from a teenage girl in Florida.
Are antique vehicles 25 years or older exempt from Maine’s annual inspections? | Fact brief
A 2024 amendment to state law altered the definitions and exemptions for vehicles registered as antiques.
Jay committee receives Spirit of America award
The Jay Select Board honored the Comprehensive Plan Committee and recognized Code Enforcement Officer Ronda Palmer for her support in completing the town’s long-range plan.