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The Forecaster is a regional newspaper in southern Maine. It is published weekly and distributed for free. It publishes various issues, including a Portland paper, "Northern Forecaster," which covers the towns immediately north of Portland like Falmouth and Cumberland, the "Southern Forecaster," which covers South Portland, Cape Elizabeth and other communities immediately south of Portland and a "

Mid-Coast" edition which covers towns including Topsham, Harpswell and Bath. It is owned by the Sun Media Group. The Forecaster also provides its advertisers with digital agency services, providing social media, email, search engine, website, blogging, video, mobile, and reputation management services to help local businesses build their brands online, connect with their communities on social media, and develop campaigns that resonate with an online audience.

5 don’t-miss exhibits as Maine’s busy fair season ramps up
08/08/2025

5 don’t-miss exhibits as Maine’s busy fair season ramps up

Historic villages, a 'Charlotte's Web' recreation, and a real rodeo are just some of the many highlights at the state's agricultural fairs this year.

Become versed in the history of Yarmouth’s poets with this walking tour
08/07/2025

Become versed in the history of Yarmouth’s poets with this walking tour

The Yarmouth History Center is offering a "poetry tour," highlighting both published and amateur poets spanning back to the 1840s who had connections to the town.

A cyclist collapsed on Portland’s Back Cove. Strangers saved his life.
08/06/2025

A cyclist collapsed on Portland’s Back Cove. Strangers saved his life.

When Peter Morrison found out bystanders had given him CPR after he collapsed while on a bike ride, social media helped him find them.

Falmouth water main break causes Route 1 traffic delays
08/06/2025

Falmouth water main break causes Route 1 traffic delays

Repairs will close one lane until this afternoon or early evening, said Portland Water District.

Yarmouth’s I-295 bridge replacement nears completion
08/05/2025

Yarmouth’s I-295 bridge replacement nears completion

The project began fours years ago and is finally expected to wrap up in November. Final steps include paving Route 1 underneath the bridge.

Yarmouth theater honors late local actor with scholarship
08/04/2025

Yarmouth theater honors late local actor with scholarship

The fund at Royal River Community Players would bring more people to the stage of the multigenerational theater that David Ray was instrumental in strengthening.

6 events in Maine this week include Topsham Fair, Jerry Seinfeld and Circus Smirkus
08/04/2025

6 events in Maine this week include Topsham Fair, Jerry Seinfeld and Circus Smirkus

Catch screenings of CatVideo Fest 2025 in Rockland and Portland.

Maine cities are promoting native plants. Here’s how you can too.
08/04/2025

Maine cities are promoting native plants. Here’s how you can too.

Experts say native plants support local ecosystems in a variety of ways that non-native plants don't.

Luke Marsanskis repeats as Beach to Beacon Maine men’s winner
08/02/2025

Luke Marsanskis repeats as Beach to Beacon Maine men’s winner

Cumberland native finishes in 29:27, beats out Portland’s Colin Cernik (29:40).

Laurel Driscoll, Sam Laverdiere claim Beach to Beacon High School Mile victories
08/02/2025

Laurel Driscoll, Sam Laverdiere claim Beach to Beacon High School Mile victories

Driscoll, of Scarborough, beats Rowan Barry of Greely in a photo finish.

Isaiah Harris qualifies for 800 final at U.S. championships
08/01/2025

Isaiah Harris qualifies for 800 final at U.S. championships

Harris earns a spot in Sunday's men's final, but Victoria Bossong is eliminated in the women's 800.

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