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08/10/2026

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Local journalists on a mission: Help us drive what comes next | Column
08/09/2026

Local journalists on a mission: Help us drive what comes next | Column

The Maine Trust for Local News is kicking off its inaugural summer donation campaign with all contributions going back into the newsroom.

Protesters gather to oppose Amazon facility on proposed site in Gorham
08/08/2026

Protesters gather to oppose Amazon facility on proposed site in Gorham

A 'Day on the Land' event brought about 50 people to the undeveloped site on Main Street to rally against the megaretailer's plans to build a warehouse and distribution center.

‘I’m so happy to be home!’ Maine’s Role Model kicks off tour in Portland
08/08/2026

‘I’m so happy to be home!’ Maine’s Role Model kicks off tour in Portland

Tucker Pillsbury, under the stage name Role Model, kicked off his new album 'Chuck Timely & The Hourglass' at Thompson's Point on Friday night.

Study in S**o Bay aims to fill data gaps about juvenile white sharks
08/08/2026

Study in S**o Bay aims to fill data gaps about juvenile white sharks

Rumors about the project spread on social media, but the lead researcher said his team is not chumming or violating any other rules.

How hot did it feel in Maine on Friday?
08/07/2026

How hot did it feel in Maine on Friday?

The heat index reached over 100 degrees in many communities Friday, according to unofficial results from the National Weather Service.

Shark spotted near Reid State Park in Georgetown
08/07/2026

Shark spotted near Reid State Park in Georgetown

The town reported that swimming was halted at the park as of 4:30 p.m. Friday due to a confirmed shark sighting off Mile Beach.

Federal report: Water poured on Searsmont fire likely part of what led to deadly explosion
08/07/2026

Federal report: Water poured on Searsmont fire likely part of what led to deadly explosion

Investigators said Robbins Lumber didn't warn firefighters of the risks. The May explosion killed 3.

Maine surfers explain what it’s like to share the ocean with sharks
08/07/2026

Maine surfers explain what it’s like to share the ocean with sharks

Recent sightings in Scarborough are not deterring people from riding the waves.

Court documents shed light on police arrest in Lewiston caught on video
08/07/2026

Court documents shed light on police arrest in Lewiston caught on video

A video of an arrest during the traffic stop Tuesday night caused some uproar on social media. Police defended the tactics used.

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