As Jared Golden speaks at private Colby event, protesters demand accountability

While U.S. Rep. Jared Golden, D-2nd District, spoke at a private Colby College event Wednesday about his desire to engage voters, protesters along upper Main Street in Waterville criticized him and others for failing to hold town hall meetings.

Maine Office of Tourism awards more than $1M

Young leaders, seen as key to ending toxicity of politics, gather in Waterville

Youth Voting Summit seeks to inspire high school, college-age youths to engage their peers in voting and civic leadership.

Acadia-related spending drops for second year as fewer people visit

The number of visitors and how much they're spending on hotels and restaurants has been dropping since 2021, but the numbers are still much higher than they were before the pandemic.

Hancock County probate judge sanctioned by state bar board

Under an agreement with the Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar, William Blaisdell is allowed to practice law but must be supervised by another attorney. Maine's highest court is still considering whether to discipline him as a probate judge.

Woman severely injured after box truck crashes into tree on I-95

Ashley Peters, 42, of Ellsworth, was hospitalized after reportedly falling asleep at the wheel and swerving into the median.

Student backpack giveaway set for July 28

In Maine, Portland/Auburn area Verizon Wireless retail locations will be giving away hundreds of free backpacks at 1 p.m. Sunday, July 28, at eight locations.

Former Ellsworth police chief fired for likely being under the influence

The Ellsworth City Council determined Glenn Moshier was 'more likely than not' under the influence of alcohol when he went to the police station on the night of Dec. 22.

From the archives: The 1963 eclipse brought wonder, disappointment to central Maine

The people who could see the rare astronomical phenomenon were awed, but because of rainstorms, many never got a glimpse.

Downeast Trout Unlimited to host meeting about water quality in streams