Surprise, surprise: 2022 was another hot one

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Published
February 19, 2023

Surprise, surprise: 2022 was another hot one

It was the 8th hottest year on record since temperature record-keeping began in 1941 for Portland, according to the Gray-Portland National Weather Service Office.
Published
February 16, 2023

Thursday’s warmth set records for Portland, Augusta

But it won't last, as more seasonable temperatures return and a cold snap arrives late next week.
Published
February 9, 2023

Andover resident surprises his neighbors with a minion ice sculpture

Ross Swain has been making winter sculptures since 2010 for the enjoyment of neighbors and others.
Published
February 6, 2023

Weekend’s bitter cold leaves some significant water damage in its wake

Homes, businesses, schools and government buildings were damaged from broken water pipes stemming from the arctic blast last weekend.
Published
February 6, 2023

Weekend freeze has plumbers scrambling to repair burst pipes

Temperatures across Maine plunged to double digits below zero last weekend, forcing plumbers, firefighters and emergency responders to juggle hundreds of calls for help.
Published
January 30, 2023

Inside the National Weather Service in Gray: webcams, balloons and artful patience

The office of 15 meteorologists gathers data and makes forecasts that inform countless decisions by Mainers, businesses and even other weather forecasters.
Published
January 29, 2023

Sanford man starts free snowplowing initiative for those in need

Dave King began offering free plowing last year and says there are many people who couldn't go without it.
Published
January 26, 2023

Storm leaves behind snow, slush and a messy cleanup

According to early reports, the Lewiston and Auburn area saw about 6 inches of snow followed by nearly 2 inches of rain. Slightly higher amounts were recorded to the west and in the mountains.
Published
January 26, 2023

Heavy snow, rain cause several roof collapses, evacuations at 2 big box retailers

Two big box retail stores in Scarborough were evacuated Thursday morning after a buildup of melting snow and rain caused roof leaks and possible structural damage at a Walmart.
Published
January 24, 2023

Careful what you wish for: Snow removal industry overwhelmed by string of storms

After a mild December, snowplowing businesses were anxious to get back to work and make some money — until icy storm conditions sent trucks into ditches and delayed scheduled snow removal for customers.