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Maine, Maine Crime, News

Bangor grandmother pleads guilty to manslaughter in death of 10-year-old grandson

by Emily Allen June 12, 2026June 12, 2026

Mistie Latourette is the last of 3 adults who have pleaded guilty to charges related to the death of Braxtyn Smith.

Health, Maine, News, Politics

Susan Collins doesn’t regret putting Brett Kavanaugh on the Supreme Court

by Randy Billings June 12, 2026June 12, 2026

Maine’s senior senator said she disagrees with his Dobbs decisions and pointed to her support of three left-leaning justices who opposed ending national reproductive rights.

Elections, Maine, News, Politics

Early signs point to a scorched-earth race for Maine’s US Senate seat

by Randy Billings June 12, 2026June 13, 2026

Graham Platner and Susan Collins are spending millions going after one another 5 months before one of the most critical elections in the country.

Maine, News

Weather service warns Mainers of thunderstorms, flooding and heat

by Drew Johnson June 12, 2026June 12, 2026

Much of Maine was under some form of weather service advisory heading into the weekend.

Elections, Maine, News, Politics

Ranked-choice tabulation starts in key Maine primary races

by Rachel Ohm June 12, 2026June 12, 2026

The Maine Department of the Secretary of State began what is expected to be a dayslong process to generate final outcomes in both Maine’s gubernatorial primaries and the Democratic primary in the 2nd District.

Hearts of Pine, News, Sports

For Portland’s soccer pros, their Hearts are with their home teams in the World Cup

by Steve Craig June 12, 2026June 12, 2026

Several Hearts of Pine players and coaches will be rooting for their native countries during the World Cup.

Community, News

Farmington recognizes group who saved man’s life

by Rebecca Richard June 12, 2026June 12, 2026

Police and town officials gave awards to a civilian, 2 police officers and a UMF police sergeant for their response to a June 3 cardiac emergency on Front Street.

Community, Life & Culture, News, Things to Do

Arts festival on Harry’s Hill in Starks marks 36 years

by Rebecca Richard June 12, 2026June 12, 2026

The Happening returns June 18-21 to Harry Brown’s Farm in Starks for its 36th year, with music, camping, art, workshops and a lineup that reflects the festival’s long evolution.