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Growing number of homeless Maine veterans move into stable housing
The Department of Veterans Affairs said nearly 52,000 veterans found permanent housing last year, including more than 200 in Maine.
Meet Skowhegan hospital’s new CEO
Tiffany Comis replaces Dick Willett, who lead Redington-Fairview General Hospital for 3 decades.
Walking into winter: Safety paramount to hiking around Franklin County’s frozen ponds
Winter recreating is Maine’s bread-and-butter. But knowing how to stay safe in icy conditions on trails or in unstable weather on lakes can make the difference between fun and disaster, outdoor experts say.
The 10 most read central Maine stories in 2025
Among a land dispute, social media harassment and conservative eduction groups, the year also brought crime and accidents.
After a difficult year, Mainers share their hopes for America in 2026
On a chilly New Year’s Eve walk through Freeport, a group of residents came together to reflect.
Investigation continues into death of Milford toddler
The medical examiner’s office is waiting for test results to determine the cause of death of Eleanora McLaughlin.
Flu is rising rapidly, driven by a new variant. Here’s what to know
The U.S. CDC reported high or very high levels of the variant in over half the states Tuesday.
Harpswell farm shuts down in dispute between farmers, landowner
Joe and Laura Grady, longtime operators of Two Coves Farm on Harpswell Neck , have been ordered to vacate the property.
Loon rescued on Smithfield pond dies a week later
The loon rescued Dec. 7 was emaciated, had a lung infection and the start of frostbite, according to Avian Haven’s executive director, who offers tips for how to help keep wild animals safe.