State experts offer tips on how to identify insects that pose a threat to the region’s trees and what to do if they are found.
Augusta
Police investigating envelope with white powder sent to Maine Republican Party headquarters
No injuries or illnesses from the ‘suspicious package’ were immediately reported, Augusta police said.
Photo: Augusta’s Blaine House gets improved fencing for security, accessibility
A 2018 security study identified the need for the $4.5 million project, which began last summer.
Our favorite photos from Wednesday’s high school basketball semifinals
Boys and girls competed in basketball semifinals.
The Cony-Gardiner rivalry is one of Maine’s best. The two will next meet with a title at stake.
The two boys basketball teams will play for the Class B North crown Friday.
Cony boys basketball beats Ellsworth in thrilling Class B North semifinal
In a back-and-forth game defined by the narrowest of margins, the last ball bounced Cony’s way.
Maine health officials say risk to public is low after measles cases announced
Four new measles cases were announced by the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention on Tuesday, taking the state’s total to five.
Why Maine politicians could give themselves money for personal security
The shootings of elected officials and political figures around the country serve as the backdrop to 2 new proposals from Democrats.
Thousands of ammo rounds seized from accused CMP substation shooter’s Fairfield home
Thomas Welch turned himself in Sunday and is being held on $250,000 bail.
Hundreds of Maine schools are in disrepair. Many could become housing.
A proposed bill would establish a program to help towns turn vacant schools into apartments, but the legislation’s $5 million price tag could hinder efforts.