Student artists from across the state are represented in an exhibit running through April 5 at the Portland Museum of Art.
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Edward Little AD to take post with MPA
Todd Sampson will join the state organization that oversees high school sports as the assistant executive director at the Maine Principals’ Association.
Signs of winter ending, Chizzzle Wizzle, state house activity: week in photos
Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from March 13-19, 2026.
Portland officials facing outcry after Turning Point USA joins Expo event
Critics say the city was intentionally misled by Calvary Chapel Greater Portland, which booked the gathering.
4 takeaways from the Wabanaki-hosted gubernatorial debate
On the key issue of tribal sovereignty, the 3 independents and 5 Democrats who attended the Houlton event Thursday night were mostly in favor.
Man arrested on drug charges in Clinton heading to court
Suspected narcotics with an estimated street value of $50,000 were seized following a traffic stop and search in February.
Maine’s school funding formula could be changed for first time in 20 years
Following a major amendment, the education committee pushes forward significant changes to the Essential Programs and Services formula that education leaders said are long overdue.
Woman dies in Penobscot County fire
The other 5 occupants of the home in Winn escaped and were treated for smoke inhalation at a hospital, officials say.
Maine may spare some scam victims from paying taxes on losses
A legislative committee unanimously voted to advance the proposal on Thursday.
Why Angus King and a Utah Republican are worried about a rural home program
The Maine senator and Sen. John Curtis, R-Utah, are contacting Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins to argue against recent changes to a rural home loan program.