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Arts & Entertainment, Books, Life & Culture, Maine

Maine author’s crime-solving game warden is still on the job

by Ray Routhier June 3, 2026June 3, 2026

‘Storm Tide,’ the 16th Mike Bowditch mystery novel by Paul Doiron, goes on sale June 30.

Elections, Maine, News, Politics

Why Jordan Wood scrapped his Maine Senate plans to seek the House

by Billy Kobin June 3, 2026June 2, 2026

A former staffer on Capitol Hill whose career has involved trying to get big money and election deniers out of politics, Jordan Wood feels Maine’s 2nd District voters are in tune with his policy proposals.

Maine, News, Schools and Education

Get to know Maine’s 2026 Grads to Watch

June 3, 2026June 4, 2026

These 12 graduating seniors aren’t waiting until they receive their diplomas to start making a difference. We hope you enjoy learning their stories.

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.

Elections, Maine, News, Politics

We profiled every major Maine candidate. Read the stories for free.

by Kirby Wilson June 2, 2026June 3, 2026

High-profile primary races for governor, U.S. House and U.S. Senate were the talk of Maine politics this spring. Get to know the candidates.

Business, Food & Dining, Maine

Greater Portland restaurants are experimenting with high-low caviar mashups

by Tim Cebula June 2, 2026June 5, 2026

Restaurants and bars are embracing the trend, matching the luxe ingredient with fried chicken, hash browns and more, in a way that reflects today’s informal dining style.

Arts & Entertainment, Community, Maine, News

Starling Hall in Fayette ready to open after Maine Cabin Masters renovation

by Rebecca Richard June 2, 2026June 4, 2026

Fayette’s historic Starling Hall will hold an open house June 6; the Maine Cabin Masters episode is scheduled to air June 15.

Health, Maine, News

With just $500, Maine’s syringe disposal program can’t get off the ground

by Hannah Kaufman June 2, 2026June 1, 2026

Advocates say the state-run program could have taken a significant burden off municipalities and community organizations. Lawmakers hope it still can.