Skowhegan business lab hopes to raise new crop of local entrepreneurs

As the town positions itself to become a regional food destination amid revitalization efforts, local entrepreneurs are coming into the community to make it happen.

Solon man arrested after Sunday standoff with deputies

Luke Pomerleau, 42, surrendered to police late Sunday morning after a two-hour standoff, and was charged with domestic violence assault and obstructing report of a crime.

Maine’s new ‘roadmap’ for offshore wind power follows a complex route

The state has built ambitious goals for generating electricity from ocean winds. A new report describes the infrastructure and workforce that need to be built first.

At UMaine, back on campus but still online for many classes

Some learners chafe at lost in-class experiences; others appreciate remote flexibility. For now, the university system doesn't seem ready to reverse its pandemic-era shift.

Lawsuit indicates former Bowdoin trustee had close relationship with sex-trafficker Jeffrey Epstein

Legislature considers big hike in fines for distracted driving

A proposal would hike penalty for drivers using mobile phones from $50 to $500 for a first offense.

Forest Service launches helicopter to search for lost Topsham women

Snow and wind had hindered search flights by plane Friday but a helicopter was able to fly over the Springfield area in Penobscot County where the women were last seen.

Bill seeks to crack down on vehicles covered in snow, ice

The bill would give drivers 48 hours to clear snow and ice from their vehicles, but it faces opposition from commercial truckers.

Taking nothing for granite, lawmakers consider endorsing a state rock

Legislature weighs bill to honor Maine's crystal-laden granitic pegmatite.

Lack of inventory slowed Maine home sales in January

The most recent monthly data show the number of sales fell by double digits compared to a year ago, while prices rose modestly.