Kieran Kammerer, the man who brought the rainbow chairs to the Hallowell waterfront, has debuted a new public art installation to draw people in the winter months.
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In-store exclusives, tradition keep some Maine shoppers eager for Black Friday
But as the winter shopping season lengthens and more deals move online, some say the unofficial holiday is losing its appeal.
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Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Troy Jackson doesn’t rule out running for Jared Golden’s seat in 2nd District
The former Maine Senate president said Friday he sees himself as the best candidate for governor, but didn’t rule out switching races.
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Christmas preparation, Thanksgiving celebration featured in central Maine
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Army veteran from East Machias enters race for Jared Golden’s seat in 2nd District
James Clark is seeking to challenge former Gov. Paul LePage for the Republican nomination.
Posted inMaine, Outdoors, Sports
He almost died sailing around the world. Now he’s getting ready to try again.
In 2027, Iraq War veteran Ronnie Simpson will set out from Portland to compete once again in the Global Solo Challenge, a brutal around-the-world sailing race.
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Oakland home explosion likely caused by propane leak, investigators say
Cliff Hannon, who was the only person at the Lakeview Drive home when the blast happened, is in critical condition in a Portland hospital.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Following social media spat, Manning says he’s resigning from Gardiner-area school board
While he announced his resignation on Facebook on Tuesday, he has not notified Maine School Administrative District 11 officials that he intends to step down.
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Suspect in fatal U-Haul crash in Clinton located on I-95
The driver in Tuesday’s crash fled the scene and was found Thursday evening.
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On Thanksgiving, this South Portland store is a savior
With most retailers closed, the DiPietro’s Market offers hope to customers desperate for a last-minute bottle of wine or can of cranberry sauce. It’s one of the shop’s busiest days.