When Peter Morrison found out bystanders had given him CPR after he collapsed while on a bike ride, social media helped him find them.
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Trial postponed for man charged in deadly 2022 Portland robbery
Jonathan Geisinger is one of 4 men arrested in the death of Derald ‘Darry’ Coffin. Geisinger’s trial had been scheduled to begin this month.
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Passamaquoddy leaders move to exempt tribal members from vehicle registration tax
The Tribal Council at Sipayik voted last week not to collect automobile excise tax, but it’s not clear whether it actually has the authority to take such action.
Posted inLocal & State
Beech leaf disease has hit all 16 Maine counties. What does it mean?
As beech leaf disease spreads, foresters and researchers race to understand its impact, retain healthy trees and prepare for potential long-term changes to the state’s woodlands.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
After more than 3 decades, the Taste of Waterville has reached its end
The annual Taste of Waterville, which brought thousands to downtown to dine, see old friends and listen to live music, has been discontinued. Organizers are considering options for future events.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Local & State
Back Cove Festival organizers hope to return to Portland
The 2-day festival caused few traffic or other problems, according to police and city officials, and festival organizers are paying $100,000 to make any repairs to the event site that are found necessary.
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Gardiner silent film festival to feature canine star from Maine
Dog Day Afternoon: A Celebration of Canine Stars in Silent Film will feature Jean, a collie from Eastport, movies shot in Maine and live music, all hosted by Belgrade film restorer Ed Lorusso.
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Westbrook Notes: Historical society plans a trip to Rufus Porter Museum in Bridgton
Historical society bus trip registration A fun bus trip to the Rufus Porter Museum in Bridgton is planned for Thursday, Aug. 21, and is being booked up. “There are still 10 seats left on the bus,” said Patti Swett, historical society secretary, in a Facebook posting. The round-trip bus ride is $10. To register, reach […]
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Another Democrat enters Maine governor’s race
Unity attorney Jason Cherry, a retired FBI agent who last year ran unsuccessfully as an independent against U.S. Sen. Angus King, joins a crowded field of well-known Democrats looking to replace Gov. Janet Mills.
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Do lobsters have brains? | Fact brief
The debate over whether lobsters feel pain — and the most humane way to cook Maine’s most famous export — has raged for years.