The annual migration of the alewives is now underway as the herring species seeks fresh water for spawning.
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Athletes shine at Special Olympics Maine meet in Farmingdale
Photographer Anna Chadwick captures athletes at the Special Olympics Maine track and field meet at Hall-Dale Middle & High School.
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Universal healthcare for Maine could be closer than we think | Opinion
The Legislature passed a plan in 2021 that is contingent on federal action in order to take effect. It’s time to remove that condition.
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What Susan Collins did and didn’t ask Pete Hegseth
At a hearing Tuesday, Collins’ questions focused on the fact that Trump’s budget requested only 1 destroyer from Bath Iron Works.
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Veteran Maine game warden dies in Franklin County plane crash
Authorities confirm that pilot Joshua Tibbetts, 50, was alone in the Cessna 185 Skywagon when it crashed in Avon during a routine mission Tuesday morning.
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Lewiston man, woman accused of luring man to apartment, beating and burning him
Zachery Paradis, 44, and Jennifer Dionne, 42, both of Lewiston, face charges that include kidnapping and aggravated assault.
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In contentious times, Maine restaurants ponder how, and whether, to take a stand
Food businesses must weigh their responsibilities to staff, customers and themselves.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News, Politics
Advocates call for new state standards to hit Maine’s environmental goals
A policy guide released Tuesday aims to ‘rebalance’ state law in favor of tribal rights and environmental health for the next generation of Mainers.
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Bethel boy’s interest in music a reach back in time
Aiden Lindsay’s love of classic rock sets him apart from his peers in the streaming era.
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Farmington’s Summer Fest to return with Elvis, races, music
The festival, now in its 61st year, is planned for July 25 as the town heads into the summer season.