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Drugs and alcohol nearly killed this Maine wrestling champ. Now healthy, he hopes his story helps save others.

by Dave Dyer July 20, 2025July 21, 2025

Seven years sober from alcohol, marijuana and cocaine addiction, the Wells native now looks to give back.

Lewiston-Auburn, Local & State, News

Humans, not beavers, to blame for dam at Tripp Pond in Poland

by Christopher Wheelock July 20, 2025July 21, 2025

Surveillance photos show two unidentified people apparently working without permission on an artificial dam at an outlet on the pond, where property owners have fought over water levels.

Local & State, News

Old Hallowell Day brings the music and the fun

by Staff Report July 19, 2025July 19, 2025

For nearly six decades, Old Hallowell Day, which stretches over three days, has celebrated the city and its residents.

Business, Local & State, News

With Midtown project legal battle over, Portland mulls future for Bayside lots

by Hannah LaClaire July 19, 2025July 18, 2025

It cost the city $15 million to settle 3 court cases with a Florida developer, but Mayor Mark Dion believes the land is valuable enough that the city will come out on top.

Local & State, News

What has changed in Portland since the racial justice protests of 2020?

by Morgan Womack and Grace Benninghoff July 19, 2025July 18, 2025

Five years after protests sparked calls for change, local activists and officials say some efforts have been stalled, while city leaders say progress has been made.

Cops & Courts, Local & State

Dover-Foxcroft police issue shelter in place order amid search

by Drew Johnson July 18, 2025July 18, 2025

Police have been searching for someone believed to be armed and dangerous.

Local & State

Bus, 2 cars collide when driver goes through red light in Westbrook

by Drew Johnson July 18, 2025July 19, 2025

Two drivers were taken to the hospital and a dog in one of the vehicles was transported by Westbrook police to receive emergency care.

Business, Local & State, News

2 controversial housing projects in Greater Portland headed to auction

by Hannah LaClaire July 18, 2025July 18, 2025

The Mark in Cumberland and a proposal for Hope Avenue in Portland are tied to the same developer, GenX Capital Development, and have run into financial issues.