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Mills vetoed a data center pause. Now Maine towns are passing their own.

by Daniel Kool May 18, 2026May 21, 2026

At least 4 municipalities have imposed or are considering their own moratoriums on new data center development while they refine local regulations.

Maine, News

Investigation into Searsmont mill explosion continues; 10 remain hospitalized

by Sophie Burchell May 17, 2026May 18, 2026

Maine politicians offered their condolences to the loved ones of Andrew Cross, the firefighter who was killed in the fire and explosion at Robbins Lumber on Friday.

Maine, News, Religion and Values

The growing influence of the Maine church behind Portland’s Turning Point USA event

by Sean Scott Maine Monitor May 17, 2026May 18, 2026

Maine’s network of evangelical Calvary Chapel churches has become increasingly vocal in state politics in recent years. Charlie Kirk’s death has spurred greater interest.

Maine, News

Where are the songbirds? As climate shifts, Acadia’s forests are getting quieter

by Penelope Overton May 17, 2026May 18, 2026

The songbird population at Acadia National Park has become smaller and quieter over the last half century.

Business, Maine, News

Jobs for Maine’s Graduates program set to go nationwide

by Kelley Bouchard May 16, 2026May 22, 2026

The new nonprofit Generation US is already partnering with school systems in Kansas, Kentucky, West Virginia and Wisconsin.

Community, Maine, News

‘We take care of each other’: Midcoast community rallies for victims, first responders after mill explosion

by Dylan Tusinski May 15, 2026May 18, 2026

Dozens of people from across the region donated and delivered food, water and thousands of dollars to support those battling the blaze at Robbins Lumber on Friday.