The event included a performance from American Idol star Julia Gagnon and an equestrian center putting on a show after a devastating fire.
Local & State
Local Maine news from the Portland Press Herald.
Former workers say they reported abuse, neglect at Waterville nursing home
Mount Joseph, now facing a lawsuit over the 2021 death of a resident, has been investigated by the state over complaints of inadequate staffing and alleged abuse.
Gorham voters have a ballot full of decisions
Municipal election slate includes 2 referendums, 3 town councilors, 3 for school board.
Harpswell man dies in Tuesday morning fire
State investigators are working to determine what caused the fire that killed 78-year-old Hugh MacFarlane early Tuesday morning.
Biddeford mayoral candidates discuss affordability, transparency
The three candidates talk about their plans for future of city.
Gray-New Gloucester Patriots mark 25th anniversary of Crossroads Championship
Gray-New Gloucester High School hosted about 1,200 young athletes representing more than 100 teams, with some proceeds going to the Dempsey Center.
Meet the candidates for Windham School Board
Five candidates are running for two seats on the RSU 14 board.
Meet the candidates for Windham Town Council
Seven candidates are running for three seats.
90-year-old Maine conservationist honored for life’s work
Richard Anderson was awarded Scarborough Land Trust’s Conservationist of the Year.
Janet Mills looks to challenge Susan Collins in an effort to flip U.S. Senate
Maine’s 2-term Democratic governor will have to fend off primary challenges from several others, including Graham Platner, a 41-year-old veteran and oyster farmer whose campaign has garnered attention.