Portland police officers now allowed to have (some) tattoos

The new policy is intended to catch up with changing social standards and open the door to qualified recruits.

Maine Republicans win court order to petition at Portland polling locations

City officials initially told the state Republican Party it couldn't collect signatures for a people's veto on the use of ranked-choice voting in presidential primaries.

Biddeford man charged with hate crimes set to stand trial in federal court

Maurice Diggins is accused of attacking black men and breaking their jaws outside a Portland bar and at a Biddeford gas station in April 2018. His nephew, Dusty Leo of Biddeford, pleaded guilty in the assaults.

Thomas College president to discuss future of Maine’s workforce

Former State Economist Laurie Lachance to attend events in Waterville, Lewiston, Brewer, Portland and York during March.

Why is Portland’s airport called a jetport and known by the letters PWM?

Portland International Jetport serves more passengers than ever, despite some name-related head-scratching.

Abyssinian Meeting House floor renovation in Portland’s East End reveals important history

A careful restoration of the floorboards inside the Abyssinian Meeting House means future generations can safely visit the historic heart of Portland’s black community.

Maine Catholic youth raise over $15,000 during ‘Souper’ Bowl of Caring

Concord Coach Lines will stop allowing warrant-less immigration checks

The bus line announced the change in policy Friday, citing an internal Border Patrol memo showing that agents may not board private buses without company consent.

‘Rose’s Room’ to offer support for families of people behind bars in Winslow

Other communities include Auburn, Bridgton, Farmington, Lewiston, Rockland and Westbrook.

Warm Heart, Warm Feet sock drive collects 2,266 pairs of socks

Socks have been delivered to homeless shelters, soup kitchens and programs supporting older adults throughout the state.