Advocates say success of housing program for homeless veterans in Maine shows the systems can work on a larger scale

State and national efforts to end veteran homelessness showcase the potential to solve homelessness for all people.

Three Maine companies hit with environmental penalties

Firms in Portland, Old Town and Milbridge agree to pay fines in cases centered around potentially damaging chemicals.

Body of missing Old Town man found in Down East lake

Lowell Wheaton, 62, had not been seen since he traveled to his camp on Pocumcus Lake on April 27.

Lawmakers clash over bill to delay out-of-state trash ban

Supporters say Maine needs the trash to solve its sludge disposal crisis, but critics say the state-owned landfill should be reserved for in-state waste and accused the operator of prioritizing profits over solving the problem.

Governor’s Restaurant and Bakery has a new owner

The Wadleigh family owns five of the locations: Waterville, Old Town, Bangor and Lewiston, and Ellsworth, which are leased. A sixth location in Presque Isle is independently owned.

Unity-based association to hold Farmer to Farmer Conference Nov. 5-7

Neighbors sue owner of Old Town pulp mill, saying it ‘has never smelled so bad’

A class-action lawsuit alleges ND Paper has been negligent by allowing the mill to emit a rotten-egg odor that's getting worse.

Cattlemen’s college to be offered Oct. 15 in Old Town

Dog training clinic for youth set for Oct. 8 in Old Town

Garden-to-table workshop set for June 27 in Old Town