The first transgender woman to compete in Miss Maine is a farmer who loves to dance

Isabelle St. Cyr wants to use her platform to challenge stereotypes about trans people.

Maine Cheese Guild’s Open Creamery Day set for Oct. 13

Central Maine arrest log: Sept. 28-Oct. 4

Augusta- and Waterville-area arrests for Sept. 28-Oct. 4.

Photographer Berenice Abbott embraced life in Monson, and her legacy lives on there

An exhibit in the Piscataquis County town, where the keen-eyed documentarian spent the final years of her life, includes more than 30 vintage prints on loan from a recently closed gallery planning to sell off its inventory.

The Quarry seemed like an improbable Beard Award winner, unless you’ve met Marilou Ranta

Since winning the prestigious award for Outstanding Hospitality in May, the tireless chef/owner of the Monson restaurant continues to prove why she's deserving of an onslaught of new customers.

Albion man indicted on child sex assault charges

Sean M. Eori, 43, was indicted on 11 charges by a Kennebec County grand jury.

Before hitting the 100-Mile Wilderness, Appalachian Trail hikers tell tales of hunger

Shaw's Hiker Hostel in Monson serves a bountiful breakfast that's legendary among hikers.

Maine Craft Weekend to shine light on state’s artists and makers

Gardiner is one of six featured communities this weekend where makers of all kinds are to showcase their work, give demonstrations and connect with people.

The Quarry in Monson wins a prestigious James Beard Foundation Award

The restaurant, which won in the Outstanding Hospitality category, was the culmination of a longtime dream of Philippines-born chef/owner Marilou Ranta.

The rise and fall of Monson, Maine

'Here & Everywhere Else' tells the story of the remote town over several hundred years. But be forewarned: it's dense reading.