A lawyer for Nicholas Blanchard, who sued the Augusta Board of Education, said in federal court Friday the board’s enforcement of its public comment policy violates the conservative activist’s constitutional right to free speech.
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Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
I’m a Maine reporter who went to high school with Graham Platner. Here’s what explains his success
Platner is not just running ahead of Gov. Janet Mills for the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate. He’s possibly the most remarkable political story in the country.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
How grad students are helping Maine businesses grow, save money
A new, free clinic run by UMaine’s business school and the state’s public law school advised 17 small companies this spring. It already has a waiting list.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books, Life & Culture
UMaine professor looks for ghosts in Stephen King’s work
In ‘Monsters in the Archives,’ Caroline Bicks chronicles a year in Stephen King’s archives.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine, News, Things to Do
19 big concerts across Maine to put on your calendar now
There are pop, rock and country shows all over the state, from Portland to Bangor, now through Labor Day weekend.
Posted inGuides, Things to Do
April vacation with the kids? Try these 6 fun ideas
Theater camps are available, a speed-friending event is set for teens, a circus is planned, and central Maine offers many kid-friendly outing opportunities.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News
Milford toddler died of hypothermia, officials say
The Office of the State Medical Examiner says the death of Eleanora McLaughlin was ruled an accident.
Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
The 2026 Maine high school football schedule is out. Here are 5 takeaways.
A few things stand out from the recently released 11-man schedules for this fall.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine, News
Comedian John Mulaney to play Bangor in November
The SNL alum will also perform in Hampton and Gilford, New Hampshire, on his 2026 tour.
Posted inGirls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Meet the 2025-26 Varsity Maine All-State girls basketball team
Four classifications are represented in this list of the state’s best players.