This summer has been much better than 2023 for crop yields in most places, but heat and humidity are taking a toll for some.
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Lebanon family mourns anew as second son is killed in motorcycle crash
Adam Parker, 17, died last week in a crash in York, just two years after his older brother was killed while riding his motorcycle.
Rip currents are on the rise in Maine, along with swimmers in distress
Packing high winds and high seas, last winter’s wallop completely remodeled the underwater topography of the surf zone – leading to dozens of beach rescues this summer.
Watch: Old Hallowell Day 2024 builds new traditions while celebrating the old
From flags to trash art to trees, this year’s Old Hallowell Day festivities had an emphasis on renewing old traditions while beginning new ones.
2 Maine State Police cruisers struck in separate collisions
Both vehicles were sideswiped early Friday morning while troopers responded to highway traffic incidents.
Police: Waterville man who crashed car into police cruiser was drinking and driving
The crash was one of two involving Maine State Police cruisers on Friday, authorities say.
Amid calls for national unity, Maine voters range from worried to hopeful
Following the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, Mainers give their take on whether Americans can bridge the political divide.
Hundreds pitch ideas for a new Maine state flag design
Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows will decide which one of about 400 submissions will go to voters in November.
Recreational marijuana proposal has high hopes in Augusta as council starts discussion
Officials are considering allowing recreational marijuana businesses in Augusta where only medical marijuana businesses are currently allowed.
Augusta area prepares for Ironman 70.3 Maine triathletes, spectators
Road closures and traffic pattern changes will accommodate about 2,000 athletes and spectators next Sunday for the 2024 Ironman 70.3 Maine.