With sunny days in July and August, numbers are up at Acadia National Park, the Portland International Jetport and on the Maine Turnpike, but declines continue for Canadian border crossings and cruise ship visits.
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Posted inLeslie Bridgers, Life & Culture, Local & State, News
Living alone on an island in Casco Bay, he’s found a whole new world
In recovery, Scott Kern discovered his happy place: a tiny slice of land he calls Planet Sand that he’s doing what he can to protect.
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Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
ICE, Maine police department trade blame over reserve officer’s work status
An Old Orchard Beach reserve officer was arrested by ICE last week. The town chief said the feds confirmed he was allowed to work in the U.S. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security called the police department ‘reckless.’
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
What to know about propane safety in Maine
A propane explosion killed 2 women in Old Orchard Beach over the weekend. Here’s how to stay safe dealing with the fuel — and what to do if you smell gas.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Two Massachusetts women die after camper explodes in Old Orchard Beach
Officials say the explosion likely occurred after one of the women tried to light a candle, igniting a gas leak.
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Camper explosion in Old Orchard Beach injures 2, officials say
The explosion at Powder Horn Campground was likely caused by a gas leak that was ignited when an occupant of a camper attempted to light a candle, according to the Office of the State Fire Marshal.
Posted inBaseball, Sports, Varsity Maine
2025 Varsity Maine All-State baseball team
This year’s team includes seven players who were conference or state players of the year.
Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Five takeaways from Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl media day
The state’s best seniors from the 2024 season are preparing for Saturday’s all-star football game.
Posted inSports, Travis Lazarczyk, Varsity Maine
Maine high school sports year filled with you-had-to-see-it-to-believe-it moments
A title-game finish for the ages. Big-time performances. The 2024-25 school year had it all.
Posted inBaseball, Football, Sports, Swimming, Tennis, Varsity Maine
Here are the finalists for Varsity Maine Boys Team of the Year
St. Dom’s baseball closes out in style; Morse swim team’s consistent excellence reaches a new level.