Austin Doucette, 24, is being held without bail on a murder charge in the killing of his girlfriend, Makayla Rose DeSantis, 23.
Posted inElections, Maine, Politics
Maine attorney general sues Trump over voting order, joining 22 other states
‘A president has absolutely no authority to dictate election processes,’ Aaron Frey wrote in a release.
Posted inFood & Dining, News, Spelling Bee
Bao and Beyond brings big flavor to Augusta with togarashi, vegan treats, more
The restaurant evolved from a food truck where they built a loyal customer base that has continued to support them in their new space.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books, Life & Culture, Maine
Portland teacher announced as new Maine poet laureate
Dawn Potter of Portland was named Friday as the seventh person to fill the role, which was created in 1995.
Posted inPortland Sea Dogs, Sports
Sea Dogs announce Cooper Flagg bobblehead day
The team will give out souvenirs celebrating the Newport native and Dallas Mavericks forward on Aug. 12
Posted inHealth, News
Proposed Medicaid rule changes in Maine has sown confusion, child advocates say
The Maine Department of Health and Human Services has proposed rule changes to Medicaid’s Section 28, which offers services to help children with life and social skills.
Posted inElections, Maine, Nation & World, New England, News, Politics
Collins, Maine delegation weighs in on Trump’s $1.5T military budget request
As the administration seeks a 40% increase in military spending, Republican U.S. Sen. Susan Collins focused on the proposed cuts to domestic programs in Trump’s latest budget request.
Posted inLetters to the Editor
Where is my mail? | Letter
Until after Thanksgiving 2025, we were getting mail delivery six days a week. Then our mail delivery went to once a week. Our mailman was transferred to another route and according to USPS in Augusta they were shorthanded and unable to deliver. Having informed mail delivery, we knew that the post office was receiving our […]
Posted inBusiness, Community, Maine, News
Proposed Jay data center would not require local approval under plan
A proposed data center at the former mill site would not require local approval and could generate significant tax revenue, according to the town manager.
Posted inLetters to the Editor
In supporting SAVE America, Susan Collins is ignoring constituents | Letter
I was surprised to hear that Sen. Susan Collins announced her support for the SAVE America Act. SAVE America, promoted by President Donald Trump, will make it harder to register and vote in federal elections. On the surface, Collins’ stance aligns with her long-standing support for stricter voter ID laws. However, it ignores the clear […]