Parts of the state will likely see two days of excessive temperatures on Monday and Tuesday.
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Local Maine news from the Portland Press Herald.
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Swan Island ferry restoration effort makes slow progress over IF&W objection
Legislation poised to become law creates a working group to explore restoring public access to Swan Island, but state wildlife managers say such a plan would require staff and money and they prefer to focus on wildlife management and facilities maintenance.
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Meth is showing up more in Maine, but it’s complicated
The state has made strides in addressing the opioid crisis in recent years, but methamphetamine use — often in combination with other substances — is creating new challenges.
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Body of missing clam harvester found in Narraguagus Bay
A family member reported 51-year-old Alton Wallace missing on May 18.
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This year, Portland Pride is jubilant — and defiant
Thousands marched, danced and celebrated in the annual parade and festival Saturday.
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Family of horse and pony lovers strut their stuff at Pittston Fair
Jesse and Casey Seavey of North Anson, and their three daughters, twins Mariah and Morgan, 11, and Lindsey, 6, compete with their workhorses and ponies at the Pittston Fair.
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General assistance services and fire department stipends among items discussed at Sebago Town Meeting
Also discussed was the acceptance of Gregory Pines Drive as a town road.
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Portland’s queer history highlighted, preserved through self-guided walking tour
The newly completed history trail documents 12 locations across the city, including Portland’s first gay bar and a shop that became a gathering spot for the LGBTQ community.
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Nearly 400 new Maine laws passed this session. More are coming.
Lawmakers have largely concluded their work for the year, though they are expected to return to Augusta this week to make funding decisions on remaining bills.
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The Hill Arts plans to break ground on new Munjoy Hill venue in October
The Hill Arts has raised $9 million of the $18 million needed for the new 400-seat theater on Congress Street.