At age 12, Fendler survived nine days in the woods without food, walking 48 miles and losing 16 pounds before finally stumbling upon a hunting camp.
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Maine summer tourism revenue on track to break all records
Big numbers from Portland and the southern coast and Bar Harbor make this a banner year, with restaurant and lodging sales the highest ever.
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Alexandria Brasili is an aquaculture teacher with a goal
Inspiring the next generation of fishermen and women to go beyond lobster.
Posted inNation & World, News
As election nears, Mainers’ confidence in most institutions is low
A Press Herald poll reveals that there is little faith in Congress, the presidency, criminal justice system, religion, banks and the media, but more in the military and police
Posted inCops & Courts, Local & State, News
Crime in Maine on the decline, but still driven by drug abuse
The public safety commissioner says the drug abuse epidemic continues to be an issue for Maine law enforcement.
Posted inLocal & State, News
This 43-foot dead whale was trucked through downtown Portland
The endangered right whale had most likely been caught in fishing gear, federal officials say.
Posted inLifestyle, Local & State, News
Lewiston-Auburn museum sells hundreds of items to rein in a scattered collection
It parts with objects not central to its mission of chronicling economic, social and technological history.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Former Westbrook tax collector pleads guilty to embezzlement
Ann Marie Williams faces up to 10 years in prison for stealing $118,000, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Medical pot users worry about effort to legalize
Question 1 in November seeks to decriminalize recreational use of marijuana. Unlikely foes of the referendum fear the effects on existing caregivers.
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Maine Medical Center expansion plan will get checkup by state regulators
The state aims to ensure that projects are needed and don’t escalate costs or cause other health care facilities to close.