Brickyard Hollow Brewing Co. to open ninth location in Augusta by fall

The Yarmouth-based chain of brewpubs is testing its quick-service model in Augusta, with pizza, appetizers, bowls and beer available to order at a counter.

Palmyra couple indicted on charges they operated methamphetamine lab, endangered children

Jessica Quimby, 44, and Joseph R. Quimby, 41, were indicted last week by a Somerset County grand jury and are facing charges that include aggravated trafficking in scheduled drugs and endangering the welfare of a child.

Kelp dryer could allow Maine seaweed farms to triple output

The machine, developed by Ocean's Balance, is intended to solve the exacting challenges seaweed farmers face when trying to preserve their harvest.

Maine cities, towns face historic tax increases as costs rise relentlessly

School budgets tip the scales for municipalities trying to balance fiscal responsibilities without burdening residents.

Scenes from the affordable housing crisis

Rising rents and home prices are being felt across Maine – and forcing many Mainers to make difficult, costly and life-altering compromises.

Traffic sting yields dozens of hands-free law violations – and one for Zoom meeting

The Biddeford Police Department conducted the special enforcement on four occasions over over the last month. Chief Roger Beaupre said they will continue, from time to time.

Former House Speaker Fecteau to advise Gov. Mills on housing, workforce initiatives

As a senior adviser, Fecteau will help develop policy solutions for housing development and land use, as well as workforce, innovation and economic opportunities.

Rising costs stretch food pantries as demand peaks

Preble Street has seen a 30% increase in food costs this year as pantries across southern Maine expect this to be their busiest year on record.

UNE team gets $6.6 million grant to explore eye pain, potential treatments

With the National Eye Institute award, a University of New England scientist will look at how eye damage takes its physical and emotional toll.

Maine girls earn highest award in Girl Scouting