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Posted inLetters to the Editor
Elevating coastal buildings in Maine is a fool’s errand | Letter
A recent Press Herald article described the decision by a South Portland family (in the wake of January 2024 storms that damaged their home) to elevate the structure 5 feet, resting it on pylons at a cost of $500,000. They have the money, required permits and a contractor specializing in this type of work. The […]
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Posted inLocal & State, News
Turnout strong as Mainers weigh in on state referendums, local races
Mainers on Tuesday braved high winds on a crisp fall day to make their voices heard on as Question 1, which would have required voter ID and made other changes to Maine’s elections, and Question 2, a so-called red flag law. Many towns also held municipal elections.
Posted inLocal & State, News
See historical photos of former Vice President Dick Cheney in Maine
Cheney, who died Monday, visited Maine multiple times, including on the campaign trail in 2000 and again as vice president in 2002.
Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Watch Varsity Maine’s football highlights from Week 9
The best plays from last week’s gridiron action.
Posted inGuides, Life & Culture, Things to Do
Looking to buy handmade and local? Here’s your guide to Maine’s upcoming craft fairs
There are dozens of opportunities from now through the holiday season to shop for locally made gifts.
Posted inLife & Culture, News
Third annual Pumpkin Destruction Day rains down on Falmouth
Hurricane Meadows Farm in Falmouth celebrated the last moments of fall by dropping pumpkins from a helicopter on Saturday.
Posted inBoys Soccer, Sports, Varsity Maine
Only minor changes in Varsity Maine boys soccer poll
Gorham and Brunswick both move up one position, to sixth and seventh.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Local & State, News
Meet the Mainers who choreograph kisses and hugs – and sex
Intimacy director, a job that’s less than a couple decades old in film and theater, is becoming part of more local productions, helping to make potentially awkward or traumatic moments safe and predictable for the actors.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Mainers are switching to biodegradable boat wrap. But is it too good to be true?
The manufacturer of BioWrap, a pale green, single-use shrink wrap, claims the material breaks down in less than 5 years.