The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission warns that windblown beach umbrellas can kill or cause serious injuries, and that proper anchors should be used to prevent incidents.
Maine
Maine news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine
What does it takes to install an art exhibition at Colby’s museum?
Inside ‘Alex Katz | Out of Sight: A Drawing Survey’ and the work that went into creating it.
advertisement
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books, Life & Culture, Maine
Maine author’s crime-solving game warden is still on the job
‘Storm Tide,’ the 16th Mike Bowditch mystery novel by Paul Doiron, goes on sale June 30.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Get to know Maine’s 2026 Grads to Watch
These 12 graduating seniors aren’t waiting until they receive their diplomas to start making a difference. We hope you enjoy learning their stories.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Why Jordan Wood scrapped his Maine Senate plans to seek the House
A former staffer on Capitol Hill whose career has involved trying to get big money and election deniers out of politics, Jordan Wood feels Maine’s 2nd District voters are in tune with his policy proposals.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Maine, News
Another Maine hospital could close its birthing center
If MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital closes its maternity ward in Damariscotta, it would continue a long-term trend in Maine of closures as the state’s birth rate drops.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
We profiled every major Maine candidate. Read the stories for free.
High-profile primary races for governor, U.S. House and U.S. Senate were the talk of Maine politics this spring. Get to know the candidates.
Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining, Maine
Greater Portland restaurants are experimenting with high-low caviar mashups
Restaurants and bars are embracing the trend, matching the luxe ingredient with fried chicken, hash browns and more, in a way that reflects today’s informal dining style.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Community, Maine, News
Starling Hall in Fayette ready to open after Maine Cabin Masters renovation
Fayette’s historic Starling Hall will hold an open house June 6; the Maine Cabin Masters episode is scheduled to air June 15.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
With just $500, Maine’s syringe disposal program can’t get off the ground
Advocates say the state-run program could have taken a significant burden off municipalities and community organizations. Lawmakers hope it still can.