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Skowhegan cites church-run homeless shelter for dozens of code violations

by Jake Freudberg February 2, 2026February 2, 2026

The town gave the homeless shelter 30 days to resolve the violations of building codes and fire safety measures before it takes further legal action.

Maine, News

Augusta men spring into action to help neighbors out of burning apartment building

by Ethan Horton February 2, 2026February 2, 2026

Shawn Willette, Brett Glidden, Oakk and Ian Watson noticed the fire, called authorities and evacuated the 3-story apartment building.

Maine, News, Politics

Why Maine could soon vote on transgender athletes in girls sports

by Rachel Ohm February 2, 2026February 2, 2026

Supporters of a ballot referendum on the topic delivered more than 82,000 signatures to the Maine secretary of state Monday afternoon.

Elections, News, Politics

Who’s raised the most money in the race for Maine’s 2nd District?

by Billy Kobin February 2, 2026February 5, 2026

Multiple Democrats and former Gov. Paul LePage are hoping to succeed U.S. Rep. Jared Golden, D-Maine.

Maine, News, Outdoors

Conservation groups near $62M goal for 78,000 acres in western Maine

by Joe Charpentier February 2, 2026February 6, 2026

The Magalloway Collaborative has raised over $49 million to permanently conserve forest and wetlands for a variety of public uses.

Business, Maine, News

What are the Maine income tax brackets for 2025?

by Daniel Kool February 2, 2026February 2, 2026

The thresholds for all three brackets have risen to keep pace with inflation.

News, Things to Do

Concerts & comedy: Central Maine towns gear up for weekend

by Staff Report February 2, 2026February 2, 2026

Hard Tellin’, Not Knowing planned for Waterville, Mallett Brothers Band to perform in Camden, Bearly Dead to take stage in Waldoboro, Dropkick Murphys ready for Portland, all as Snowfest preparations are underway in Somerset County.

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Western Maine ski resorts take dining up a notch

by Rose Lincoln February 2, 2026February 3, 2026

Stand in line cafeteria-style or try something different. Food and drink choices are aplenty at Maine’s three largest ski mountains: Saddleback, Sunday River and Sugarloaf.