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These Maine authors’ novels are being developed by Netflix, Amazon and Paramount

by Ray Routhier June 10, 2026June 15, 2026

An update on books by Tess Gerritsen, Travis Kennedy, Adam White and Ron Currie that were being developed for TV or film in the last few years.

Business, Health, Maine, News

Another Maine hospital could close its birthing center

by Joe Lawlor and Drew Johnson June 2, 2026June 3, 2026

If MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital closes its maternity ward in Damariscotta, it would continue a long-term trend in Maine of closures as the state’s birth rate drops.

Arts & Entertainment, Books, Guides, Life & Culture, Maine, Things to Do

Visit the real Maine places that inspired these books

by Ray Routhier May 29, 2026June 1, 2026

From contemporary novels to classic children’s books, authors have turned to towns all over the state for settings and inspiration.

Arts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Things to Do

6 Maine events this week include roller derby and an ABBA tribute

by Aimsel Ponti May 11, 2026May 8, 2026

Also, see the musical ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ in Damariscotta.

Arts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine

Get your fill of Maine summer theater, classical music and dance

by Steve Feeney May 6, 2026May 6, 2026

There are operas, musicals, plays, concerts and dance festivals from Berwick to Bangor and multiple venues in between.

Health, Maine, News

These federal workers lost their jobs. They’re starting over in Maine.

by Joe Lawlor April 16, 2026April 16, 2026

Former aid workers, whose careers took them around the globe, are carving out new opportunities across the state.

Business, Maine, News

Maine makes a high-stakes bet to protect its waterways

by Penelope Overton April 14, 2026April 15, 2026

With extreme weather on the rise, the state is embracing an ancient, low-tech method of using dormant cuttings to stabilize shorelines.

Maine, News, Schools and Education

US Supreme Court won’t hear Maine case about parental rights on gender in schools

by Riley Board March 30, 2026March 30, 2026

Amber Lavigne sued a Damariscotta-based school district in 2023, arguing it violated her rights by not informing her about her 13-year-old’s gender expression.