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Maine towns are using AI for policing, lawmaking and budgets. Safeguards are optional.

by Dylan Tusinski February 11, 2026February 14, 2026

In the absence of state or federal regulations on artificial intelligence, local governments are deciding for themselves what safe and ethical use of the technology looks like.

Arts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Local & State

Maine’s got big plans for celebrating America’s 250th

by Ray Routhier February 11, 2026February 13, 2026

Several historical societies, art museums and other cultural institutions around the state have scheduled exhibits, lectures and other events to celebrate the nation’s birthday.

Local & State, News

Maine weather map shows how much snow fell overnight

by Staff report February 11, 2026February 11, 2026

A clipper system dropped between 2 and 5 inches of snow across Maine Tuesday night into Wednesday.

Business, Local & State, News

Icicles could be hurting your home. Here’s how to prevent costly damage.

by Penelope Overton February 11, 2026February 13, 2026

A buildup of meltwater on a roof can cause thousands of dollars worth of damage, and the risk is increased in a cold, snowy winter like the one Maine is experiencing.

Local & State, News

Angolans targeted most by immigration enforcement in Maine. Community leaders tried to prevent this.

by Rachel Estabrook February 11, 2026February 18, 2026

The Biden administration declined to provide legal protection for people from the Democratic Republic of Congo and Angola. Now their citizens are top targets of the deportation operation in Maine.