Mike Miclon closes the year out hosting a New Year’s Eve celebration while five concerts are planned to offer a musical start to the new year: Reggie Watts plans a Gardiner show, The Mallett Brothers Band will take the stage in Camden, Lyle Lovett can be seen in Waterville, an Eilen Jewell concert is planned in Waldoboro, and a Northern Cross performance can be caught in Bath.
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Enjoy Maine on a budget with 17 free or cheap things to do
Don’t sleep on these bargains, including several colleges that offer free admission to their art galleries.
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Midcoast schools to dismiss students early Friday, citing difficulty of driving buses in high winds
Forecasters have issued a wind warnings for much of the state, with the Midcoast facing potential gusts up to 60 mph on Friday.
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Upheaval in Varsity Maine boys basketball poll
South Portland moves into top spot as 17 teams garner votes and four receive first-place votes.
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Variety the spice of Varsity Maine girls basketball poll
Only three squads appear on all nine voters’ rankings.
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See the 7 towns National Geographic recommends in Maine
Hint: Portland isn’t on the list.
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State champ tops first Varsity Maine boys basketball poll of 2025-26
Windham garners seven of nine first-place votes.
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Maine schools explore nature-based playgrounds
More than two dozen schools have added play areas with features like rocks, logs and water. Experts say they can help children develop key skills and cultivate an interest in sustainability and the outdoors.
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A Maine children’s author drew Taylor Swift’s otter shirt
Chris Van Dusen, of Camden, created the image of 2 otters lounging in the water, which Swift made famous in October in a film promoting her latest album.
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Preseason girls basketball tournament highlights continued rise of female coaches
The 31st Chrissanne Burns Memorial Tournament shows the past, present and future of women’s role within the sport in Maine.