Fireworks Friday night, July 4, will be just part of the fun in the Twin Cities over the long holiday weekend.
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Biddeford helps those experiencing homelessness during extreme heat
Throughout the city, cooling centers and meal programs stayed open later to provide relief.
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Windham’s annual Summerfest has a little something for everyone
The festival included a parade, live music, children’s vendor market, 3-on-3 basketball tournament, and more.
Posted inLocal & State
LaRoche retiring from Westbrook Housing post
Mayor David Morse lauds LaRoche as an “incredible resource” who worked “tirelessly.”
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Maine Sen. Rick Bennett announces run for governor as an independent
The longtime Republican lawmaker is unenrolling from the party as he launches his campaign to succeed Gov. Janet Mills.
Posted inNews, Sports
Maine coaches, players bristle at inequities in college lacrosse championships
Women’s Division II and III teams are left out of ‘Championship Weekend’ at Gillette Stadium, raising questions about whether the NCAA is treating all athletes equally.
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Inmate dies at Maine State Prison
Medical personnel attended the death of Ty John Michael, 56, who was sentenced on sex offender and drug charges in 2025.
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Portland City Council approves $286M general fund budget, despite General Assistance uncertainty
The budget will raise the overall tax rate by 7.4%, the city says, and pull about $9 million from the rainy day fund to account for federal and state funding cuts.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Lewiston approves new slate of public art projects
The projects range from a series of downtown window murals to new lighting on the John Jenkins Pedestrian Bridge.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Maine home prices set a new record in May
Maine homebuyers paid a median of $425,000 in May, just two months after the state recorded the first price decrease in 6 years.