Longtime tradition set for June 27, with new attractions led by local volunteer Jeff Holley.
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2 men died on the job, raising questions about safety in one of Maine’s most iconic industries
Kasie Malcolm, 20, and Allen Hornberger, 26, were likely exposed to toxic chemicals at the Woodland Pulp paper mill in January.
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Somali immigrants find a home on Lewiston soccer fields
By learning to trust each other, the Lewiston High School soccer team is providing an example to the community.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Where Maine’s candidates for governor fall on tribal sovereignty
Of the 17 people running, 9 have indicated support for expanding self-governance for the Wabanaki Nations.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Paul LePage is using an Augusta apartment for his political comeback
The former Republican governor has split time between Maine and Florida over the years. He’s hoping to win the 2nd District in November.
Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, News
Tracy Kidder, Pulitzer-winning author who shared his work with Maine neighbors, dies at 80
Kidder, who died Tuesday in Boston, had a summer home in South Bristol and often did readings and events in Maine.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Collins touts bill that would cap monthly insulin prices at $35
The bipartisan bill introduced Wednesday is the latest attempt by lawmakers to regulate insulin prices.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine
A NatGeo photographer turned a road trip on Maine’s Route 1 into a film
‘100 Years of Route One: A Centennial Road Trip’ by Bob Krist of Boothbay Harbor features sites and stories from Kittery to Fort Kent. The film will air on Maine Public TV.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Amid federal uncertainty, Maine lawmakers approve $1.5M to protect faith groups against attacks
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.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
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.