Police identified the couple Friday as Jyoti and William Hawley, who were found on Mount Desert Island on Tuesday morning.
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Farmington group notes 41 species for 126th Christmas Bird Count
Local birders surveyed nine western Maine areas Dec. 14, logging 41 species and contributing data to the nation’s longest-running community science bird project.
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High Peaks Alliance prepares for leadership change, launches 2026 naturalist series
Vice President John Rogers will take over for founder Lloyd Griscom as president, as the group continues its mission of collaboration and public access through new conservation programs.
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This Westbrook Chinese restaurant delivers — especially on Christmas
The holiday is one of the busiest days of the year for Chinese restaurants.
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Moviegoers look to the theater for a respite from holiday hoopla
For many, going to the movies on Christmas is tradition; for others, it’s just something to do.
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Early season ice can be unpredictable, Maine authorities caution
As waterbodies freeze, officials and scientists urge recreationists to test the ice thickness and carry safety gear.
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Maine among 19 states suing HHS over move to curtail youth gender-affirming care
The lawsuit filed in U.S. District Court in Oregon alleges that the Trump administration’s action is inaccurate and unlawful and asks the court to block its enforcement.
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Retired Greene couple advocate for Maine seniors at the Legislature
Anne and John White have been involved in advocacy at the state Legislature for three years and will begin their fourth in January.
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Maine Huts & Trails offers free guided winter programs starting Jan. 3
Maine Huts & Trails will launch a series of free, guided winter outdoor programs on its trail network beginning Jan. 3, offering snowshoeing, skiing, fat biking and family-friendly outings open to the public.
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A Mainer’s guide to a greener holiday cleanup
What to do with the trees, wrapping paper, lights and leftovers.