Cheyenne Stevens, who has been interim town manager since April, officially takes the job July 1.
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Skowhegan’s island has a new takeout spot
Mammy’s Kitchen started serving up food Wednesday. And yes, there’s still ice cream.
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Ticonic Bridge in Waterville reopens to two-way traffic
The bridge linking Waterville and Winslow has been fully or partially closed while the $52.8M replacement project has been underway since 2023.
Posted inBusiness, Community, Food & Dining, Guides, News
Dairy-free ice cream getting easier to find in western Maine
A quick guide to places to indulge in dairy-free ice cream options at western Maine shops.
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West Marine stores in Maine among 59 to close nationwide
The Florida-based retailer of boating, fishing and watersports equipment filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in May.
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World Cup draw against Portugal gives Maine’s Congolese community something to celebrate
Organizers of a watch party in Portland said they hope the event reminds people ‘that we do have culture, we do have history and heritage.’
Posted inElections, News, Politics
Some states are quicker to report election results. Why isn’t Maine?
While many states share election results online on election night, Maine and a handful of others do not have statewide online reporting.
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Maine expects to announce winners in ranked-choice runoffs on Thursday
The process is being used to determine the winners in both gubernatorial races, and the Democratic primary in Maine’s 2nd Congressional District.
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Maine prison official says transgender policy follows state and federal laws
Prison policies have been scrutinized in the wake of 4 female inmates suing the state, alleging sexual harassment and assault by a transgender prisoner.
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Pittston Fair preparations underway for weekendlong event | photos
Staff photographer Joe Phelan captures people setting up for this weekend’s Pittston Fair.