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Skowhegan River Park construction to kick off with boardwalk project

by Jake Freudberg June 24, 2026June 24, 2026

While the boardwalk is fully funded, Main Street Skowhegan is fundraising for the millions needed for the whitewater park after losing a major piece of federal funding.

Business, Maine, News

Maine gas prices drop back below $4 with Iran talks ongoing

by Ethan Horton June 24, 2026June 24, 2026

Regular gas peaked near $4.50 per gallon, and diesel prices still sit well above $5 per gallon.

Business, Maine, News

CMP rate hike hearing draws protesters, fierce testimony to Lewiston

by Ethan Horton June 23, 2026June 24, 2026

Advocates and frustrated Central Maine Power Co. ratepayers rallied outside Tuesday’s hearing — the last opportunity for public comment — to urge state officials to deny CMP’s request for an average $18 monthly bill increase.

Business, Food & Dining, Recipes

Mainers, biscuits and Bakewell Cream are a match made in Bangor

by Peggy Grodinsky June 23, 2026June 29, 2026

The leavener, probably developed in the 1940s, works magic, according to old-time Mainers.

Business, Community, Food & Dining, News, Sports

Women’s sports bar to take over Noble BBQ site in Portland

by Kelley Bouchard June 23, 2026June 23, 2026

The Sports Bra Maine is a franchise of an Oregon-based chain dedicated to showing women’s games. Noble is slated to close on July 12.

Business, Community, News

Rangeley ride service fills transportation gap: ‘People help each other’

by Quentin Blais June 23, 2026June 22, 2026

Volunteer drivers of Rangeley Health Rides provide access to medical appointments, errands and other destinations for residents without reliable transportation.