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Is poor dental care strongly associated with heart disease? | Fact brief

by J. Craig Anderson Maine Trust for Local News June 17, 2026June 22, 2026

Studies show a clear link between gum disease and heart problems.

Arts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine, Things to Do

Check out movies in Maine that aren’t your typical summer blockbuster

by Dennis Perkins June 17, 2026June 16, 2026

If you’ve already had your fill of blockbuster openings, it’s time to look for more hidden cinematic treasures.

Maine, Maine Crime, News

Here’s how a Maine man ended up on trial in Ireland for murder

by Dylan Tusinski June 17, 2026June 20, 2026

Michael Kelley, an enigmatic man from Waldo County, is charged with killing the owner of a farm where he was working. As the case heads to trial, he says he’s being framed.

Maine, News, Schools and Education

Maine school districts look to dismiss human rights lawsuit on trans policies

by Riley Board June 16, 2026June 16, 2026

The commission has sued 7 districts that adopted policies aligning with a federal executive order that says transgender girls cannot compete on teams aligned with their gender identity, in defiance of state law.

Community, Maine, News, Schools and Education

Richmond teachers raise funds only to get pie to the face | photos

by Anna Chadwick June 16, 2026June 17, 2026

Photographer Anna Chadwick focuses on students rewarding teachers for their fundraising efforts.

Health, Maine, News

MaineHealth receives grant to study PFAS exposure in children

by Joe Lawlor June 16, 2026June 16, 2026

The 5-year NIH grant will fund research into whether childhood exposure to ‘forever chemicals’ increases risk of obesity, diabetes and other health issues.

Maine, Maine Crime, News

Eliot Cutler released from jail again

by Morgan Womack June 16, 2026June 16, 2026

The disgraced gubernatorial candidate and sex offender was arrested last week for failing to sign a probation treatment plan document — his 6th alleged probation violation.

Elections, Maine, News, Politics

2 Maine legislative races proceed to ranked-choice runoffs, 3 to be recounted

by Morgan Womack June 16, 2026June 16, 2026

The secretary of state announced Tuesday that the additional races will be included in the dayslong process to determine the final outcomes in Maine’s primary races.