Empty tollbooths and closed visitor centers are greeting tourists as the Trump administration considers ‘irreversible’ cuts to the National Park Service and other federal agencies.
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Maine Craft Weekend connects artists, businesses with the community
All weekend long, art lovers have the opportunity to explore rarely-seen studio spaces.
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Maine Voices Live with Dr. Tim Pieh
When every second counts, who answers the call? Dr. Tim Pieh takes state of the art medical care to country roads, redefining what emergency medicine looks like. Join us on December 16 for an inside look at Maine’s MD3 program and the future of frontline medicine.
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Portland Museum of Art’s new approach to climate control could be a model for the industry
The museum expanded its indoor temperature and humidity ranges, cutting its energy bills by roughly a fifth and taking a step many larger institutions have been hesitant to attempt.
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Despite challenges, Maine’s apple crop looks ‘excellent’
Orchardists say this year’s harvest is providing high-quality fruit despite uneven yields caused by a host of factors. However, there are worries for next year.
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Penobscot sheriff’s office seeking information on missing Burlington woman
Olivia Carpentier, 30, of Burlington, was last heard from on Sept. 17, officials say.
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Maine man pleads not guilty to killing ex-wife
Jim Clark is accused of killing Levern Kelley, of Waldoboro, in August.
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Raymond town manager resigns
Joseph Crocker served in the position for just four months.
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Yarmouth takes action to eliminate traffic fatalities and injuries
After a year of development, the Town Council approved a Vision Zero Action Plan with steps to increase road safety for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists over the next 5 years.
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Long-awaited report reveals electrical fault likely caused Brunswick PFAS spill
The root cause analysis report will be discussed at an Oct. 29 Midcoast Regional Redevelopment Authority board meeting.