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Overnight storm dumps over a foot of Christmas Eve snow in Maine
A rare weather phenomenon led to a low-pressure system stalling between Lewiston and Brunswick, forecasters say, dropping between 14 and 17 inches of snow in that area.
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Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
Flu cases spiking in Maine
Influenza cases continue to climb, with 864 reported during the week ending Dec. 20, according to the Maine CDC.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Togus to accept veterans by ambulance for the first time
The Augusta Veterans Administration hospital is complying with a federal order to accept ambulances.
Posted inLocal & State, News, The Maine Forecast
Where did the most snow fall in Maine overnight? Check our interactive map
Many areas woke up on Christmas Eve to well over a foot of fresh snow.
Posted inGuides, Local & State, New England, News, The Maine Forecast
Here’s what you need to prevent disaster while traveling Maine’s winter roads
State agencies urge drivers in rural areas to prepare their vehicles and driving habits for Maine’s winter conditions, from snow and ice to moose crossings.
Posted inLife & Culture, Local & State
Hearts of Pine win over Maine | Year in Photos
In their inaugural season, the Hearts of Pine took Maine by storm. The USL League One soccer team sold out every home game at Fitzpatrick Stadium and set the league’s average attendance record. Each game was a unique experience because of the atmosphere created by the team’s fans. From lighting colored flares in the stands, to chanting, to forming their own band dubbed the Valentine Band, fans showed their eager support for their favorite team.
Posted inLife & Culture, Local & State
Cooper Flagg takes the court | Year in Photos
The Maine Event. Not since Stephen King has a person put Maine on the national map at this scale. Newport native Cooper Flagg captured the attention of basketball fans nationwide with his sheer talent and performances on the court. In 2025, Flagg brought Duke to the NCAA Final Four and became the NBA No. 1 first round draft pick, scooped up by the Dallas Mavericks. He came back to Maine in August to hold a basketball camp with his brother, Ace, for young players. He has thrilled fans at home and in Texas during his games with the Mavericks and in December became the youngest player to ever score 42 points in a game. Though his team is in Texas, Mainers still regard him as The Maine Event.
Posted inLife & Culture, Local & State
Maine fairs and festivals | Year in Photos
A collection of images from the Maine Trust for Local News photographers from agricultural fairs and community festivals throughout the state in 2025.
Posted inLife & Culture, Local & State
Mt. Blue High School prom | Year in Photos
The prom night excitement couldn’t be dampened by the cold and rainy weather on May 17, when Mt. Blue High School students lined up outside the doors of the Farmington school waiting to be let in. Once the doors opened, 321 students walked down a long hallway into the “Old Hollywood”-themed night. At a time where many schools pay to host their proms at off-site locations, Mt. Blue reversed course and began hosting it at the school again in 2019. The school leaned into the classic prom elements: a gym decorated with balloons, streamers covering the doors and students running down the hallway to the dance floor when they hear a song they love.