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Mainers struggling with rising costs, mental health and child care seek Toy Fund’s help

by Press Herald staff report December 17, 2025December 16, 2025

The charity has experienced a surge in demand this year as Mainers try to provide a joyful holiday for their kids while fighting a rising tide of crises, including waitlists for care and disruptions to crucial benefits.

News

Reader offers Christmas tree ‘free to good home’ | Sun Spots

December 17, 2025December 15, 2025

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m writing in hopes of finding a new home for a perfectly good Christmas tree we no longer need. We’ve got a fantastic 6-foot white Christmas tree that’s pre-lit and ready to sparkle for someone’s holiday season! It’s still in great condition, and the best part is, it’s absolutely free to a […]

Business, Maine, News

Lewiston votes down AI data center after public outcry

by Andrew Rice December 16, 2025December 17, 2025

One councilor said the data center proposal for Bates Mill No. 3 yielded ‘by far’ the most public feedback he’s received on a single issue.

Maine, News, Schools & Education

5-year-old kindergarten student hit and killed by school bus in Standish identified

by Gillian Graham December 16, 2025December 16, 2025

The crash happened Tuesday morning near Edna Libby Elementary School, the Bonny Eagle superintendent said.

Hearts of Pine, News, Sports

Hearts of Pine announce 2026 schedule

by Steve Craig December 16, 2025December 16, 2025

Maine’s pro soccer team’s second season will have 20 home dates at Fitzpatrick Stadium.

Maine Crime, News

Eliot Cutler denies violating probation in court

by Emily Allen December 16, 2025December 16, 2025

Cutler is on probation for possessing sexually exploitative images and videos of children, which he admitted to in 2023. He was accused in October of violating probation and his internet monitoring conditions.