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Waterville development projects set to add more than 350 apartments

by Amy Calder March 1, 2026March 2, 2026

The demand for housing, though, means more apartments are needed.

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Mainers detained by ICE are coming home by the dozens

by Rachel Estabrook and Emily Allen March 1, 2026March 2, 2026

Despite the Trump administration’s push for mass detentions and deportations, many who were swept up in ‘Operation Catch of the Day’ last month were found to pose no danger to their communities.

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Snowmobiling as an economic driver in Maine faces a bumpy future

by Christopher Wheelock March 1, 2026March 3, 2026

Land ownership changes and rising costs are a threat to the riders, clubs and businesses who love and depend on the multimillion-dollar industry.

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Photos: Can-Am sled dog races in Fort Kent

by Gregory Rec February 28, 2026February 28, 2026

Mushers and their sled dogs started races in downtown Fort Kent on Saturday.

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Fire quickly extinguished at Baileyville paper mill

by Staff Report February 28, 2026February 28, 2026

The mill, which was the site of a January gas leak that resulted in the deaths of two employees, did not report any injuries related to the Saturday fire.

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Here’s how members of Maine’s congressional delegation reacted to strikes against Iran

by Staff Report February 28, 2026March 1, 2026

Rep. Chellie Pingree said President Donald Trump’s attack was an act of war without congressional approval, while Sen. Angus King said it raised questions about the planning and ‘end-game’ of the action.