The powerful storm that lashed Maine lacked the punch that walloped other states Monday and Tuesday, yet it still knocked out power to more than 150,000 homes and businesses, disrupted travel, shut down schools and sank a 50-foot barge. Central Maine was hit with heavy rain and strong wind, but escaped much of the damage […]

Local and state officials don’t expect Maine to be hit as severely by Hurricane Sandy as other Eastern states, but still expect flooding and power outages caused by strong wind.

During the 2008 presidential election, Belgrade Town Clerk Cheryl Cook and her election crew counted ballots by hand until 5:30 a.m.

So it’s no surprise she’s excited about the new electronic ballot counting machine the town will have this year.

Sen. Tom Saviello, R-Wilton, is seeking re-election to continue what he says has been positive work for the constituents of District 18. His Democratic challenger from Rangeley, Joanne Dunlap, said she disagreed with many of her opponent’s votes in the last session. Senate District 18 is among the largest legislative areas in the state — […]

RANDOLPH — The Rev. Tsitsi Nakoma Moyo sat at a table in her office, looking down at her Dunkin’ Donuts coffee while she slid the cup between her hands.

GARDINER — The city has settled on a new logo with an image of a gazebo that aims to convey a respect for history while looking toward the future.

The two candidates vying for the House seat in District 79 come with vastly different resumes.

GARDINER — Residents are butting heads over whether the city should allow small farm animals within residential areas.