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Maine, News

Land returned to Mi’kmaq Nation will double tribe’s territory

by Reuben M. Schafir June 22, 2026June 21, 2026

Nearly 3,400 acres have been returned to the Aroostook County-based tribe.

Community, News

Biddeford celebrates French heritage with La Kermesse festival

by Isabelle Oss June 21, 2026June 29, 2026

The Franco-American festival took over Biddeford’s St. Louis Field for its 43rd year.

News, Portland Sea Dogs, Sports

Somerset Patriots rally past Sea Dogs in series finale

by Staff Report June 21, 2026June 21, 2026

The New York Yankees’ Double-A affiliate scores 3 runs in the 8th inning to sink Portland.

Community, News

Pricey piece of Monmouth’s past faces an uncertain fate

by Keith Edwards June 21, 2026June 19, 2026

1856 Monmouth Academy restoration and repurposing needs more funds for completion.

Community, Guides

5 Kennebec Land Trust hikes to try this summer

by Ethan Horton June 21, 2026June 19, 2026

On public preserved land across Kennebec County, KLT’s best trails vary in landscape, length and lookouts.

Elections, Maine, News, Politics

4 takeaways from Maine’s ranked-choice runoffs

by Rachel Ohm June 20, 2026June 20, 2026

Democrat Hannah Pingree and Republican Bobby Charles are their party’s nominees for governor. Ranked-choice voting continues to frustrate Republicans after this week’s process dragged on until 2 a.m. Friday.

Business, Leslie Bridgers, News

Maine isn’t just a wedding destination. People come to propose, too. | Column

by Leslie Bridgers June 20, 2026June 20, 2026

Acadia National Park and Portland Head Light are popular spots to pop the question.

News

Fisherman’s body recovered from water near Vinalhaven

by Madeleine Kaptein June 20, 2026June 20, 2026

The captain of a local fishing vessel and another crewman were charged with assault following an alleged altercation with Marine Patrol officers after Marshal Ames’ body was recovered.