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Health, Local & State, News

Flu and winter storms causing blood shortages in Maine and nationwide

by Joe Lawlor March 3, 2026March 3, 2026

The American Red Cross is urging people to donate and help alleviate the worst shortfall since August 2024.

Elections, Local & State, News, Politics

Will Maine governor candidates reject outside spending?

by Rachel Ohm March 3, 2026March 3, 2026

The ‘People’s Pledge’ calls for campaign finance reform, and for candidates to oppose independent expenditures by ‘wealthy, corporate and dark money groups.’

Local & State, News

2 pets perish as fire destroys home in Wilton

by Donna M. Perry March 3, 2026March 9, 2026

32 firefighters from several towns responded to fight the blaze Tuesday morning.

Local & State, News

Norridgewock voters approve $3.44 million budget, new ethics ordinance

by Jake Freudberg March 3, 2026March 19, 2026

The budget passed at the annual town meeting Monday night comes with essentially no increase to the portion funded by property taxes.

Local & State, News, The Maine Forecast

Maine Turnpike speed limit lowered as snow arrives just in time for evening commute

by Drew Johnson March 3, 2026March 3, 2026

Several communities in southern and central Maine have also announced parking bans and early closures. Forecasters say anywhere from 1-2 inches to 5 inches could fall by Wednesday morning.

Business, Local & State, News

Augusta Kmart redevelopment recruiting first tenants for Western Avenue project

by Ethan Horton March 3, 2026March 3, 2026

The city and its real estate partner hope to curate a commercial hub with a hotel, mixed-use building and standalone storefronts along a well-traveled stretch.