State dismisses murder charge against man in 2012 shooting death

Khang Tran, 29, pleaded guilty to criminal conspiracy in September in the slaying of Matthew Blanchard. The state dropped seven other charges against him, including murder; another man facing the same charges awaits trial.

For lobster industry, the threat is clear. The adversary is murkier.

Criticism of the lobstering industry has become contentious, and it can be hard to figure out who's who.

UNE medical school’s move to Portland will allow it to grow and train more doctors

Construction on the school's $93 million home could begin next month, and Maine's only medical college could make the move to Portland in 2024.

Group behind referendum restricting cruise ships is no longer supporting it

The Livable Portland campaign is now proposing a compromise plan instead. But Question E, which would limit the daily number of passengers in Portland, remains on the ballot.

Bodega’s diverse Latin American roots spur growth and creativity in new restaurant

René Emilio Peña took over his father's La Bodega Latina on Congress Street during the pandemic. His new restaurant, Cabana, picks up on the tradition, celebrating the range of Latin American cultures.

Mobile Homeless Veterans’ Stand Down events planned around Maine

Clock is ticking for future of Maine’s largest public company

Covetrus could be sold and taken private if shareholders approve a $4 billion deal on Oct. 11.

Maine writers turn page on new festival

The first Maine Lit Fest will feature some 50 authors at more than 20 events in Portland and Waterville Friday through Oct. 8.

In Maine, cannabis store licensing fees are all over the map

For budding entrepreneurs, location matters as towns and cities vary widely – from $100 to $40,000 – in costs for setting up shop.

Why some places haven’t given up their mask mandates

The few cafes, stores and venues in Portland that still require masks say it's to protect their staff and put concerned customers at ease.