Portland tells families it can’t guarantee shelter after Expo reaches capacity

New families, including asylum seekers, will still be able to access General Assistance if they can find housing on their own, but all of the city shelters are full.

Portland region’s air quality gets mixed reviews, while Bangor’s is pristine, report says

American Lung Association's report shows that ozone pollution is declining in much of the United States, but increased slightly in southern and coastal Maine.

Turner woman charged with buying guns for others is cleared for rehab

Two of the guns purchased by Jennifer Scruggs in Auburn and Turner were recovered by Los Angeles police.

Novel Jazz Septet to celebrate Duke Ellington’s birthday

Duke Ellington was born on April 29, 1899

Portland man who killed sister’s boyfriend to wait months for decision on new trial

Mark Cardilli Jr., who shot and killed 22-year-old Isahak Muse in 2019, hopes a Cumberland County Superior Court judge will vacate his manslaughter conviction and grant him a new trial.

Thirty Mainers become citizens at joyful naturalization ceremony

Many waited years to gain citizenship and celebrated the milestone with cheering family members.

Maine bands head to One Longfellow Square for WMPG’s 18th Bluegrass Spectacular

First lady Jill Biden visits Southern Maine Community College

She was joined by Education Secretary Miguel Cardona as part of the Biden administration's 'Investing in America' tour and to highlight career-connected learning and workforce training programs.

Jail intake remains limited as Cumberland County sheriff continues hiring push

Kevin Joyce hopes to lift intake restrictions this summer, but he warns persistent staffing issues will likely limit the jail's operations for two to three years.

Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat set for southern Maine April 14-16