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Bill to fund UMF Upward Bound college-prep program moves forward

by Emily Duggan February 18, 2026February 23, 2026

Federal money for the River Valley program was cut by the Trump administration last September.

Thousands of ammo rounds seized from accused CMP substation shooter’s Fairfield home

by Ethan Horton February 18, 2026February 18, 2026

Thomas Welch turned himself in Sunday and is being held on $250,000 bail.

Nation & World, New England, News

Deep-sea tech used in search for sunken fishing boat off Massachusetts

by Rodrique Ngowi and Patrick Whittle Associated Press February 18, 2026February 18, 2026

Authorities hope to learn more about what happened to the Lily Jean and recover the bodies of lost crew members.

Local & State, News

Hundreds of Maine schools are in disrepair. Many could become housing.

by Hannah LaClaire February 18, 2026February 18, 2026

A proposed bill would establish a program to help towns turn vacant schools into apartments, but the legislation’s $5 million price tag could hinder efforts.

Local & State, News, Politics

Maine could finally require mold, chemical testing for medical cannabis

by Dylan Tusinski February 18, 2026February 23, 2026

The proposal to hold the state’s medical market to the same safety standards as its recreational counterpart reflects a reckoning for the industry, and the bill still faces significant opposition from the industry.

Business, Food & Dining

Maine Restaurant Week slated to start March 1

by Peggy Grodinsky February 18, 2026February 20, 2026

The almost two-week-long event offers deals on restaurant meals and special events.

Local & State, News, Schools and Education

Maine college endowments saw big gains in 2025

by Riley Board February 18, 2026February 18, 2026

The University of New England and University of Maine grew their investments more than 30% and 19%, respectively, in 2025.

Local & State, News

A Portland nonprofit says it helped dozens of immigrant families avoid eviction. Hundreds more are at risk.

by Sophie Burchell February 18, 2026February 20, 2026

Project Home says nearly 700 households have applied for rent or mortgage assistance after a sudden loss of income caused by the recent ICE surge. Some advocates have called for a statewide moratorium on evictions.