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My cat, my everything

To say we have been through a lot together doesn’t paint the hues and textures of our bond. She was my person.

Opinion: Maine must not decrease support for emergency shelters

A new rule that would slash reimbursement of shelter expenses should not be implemented by the Department of Health and Human Services.

Maine finalizes rules for new paid family leave program

The Maine Department of Labor has adopted the final rules for the state's paid family and medical leave program, clearing the way for the new law to take effect when tax collections begin in January.

Maine gets low grades for state of roads, bridges

(The Center Square) – Maine’s roadways, bridges and dams received mediocre grades in a new report, which suggests the state has made some progress on infrastructure upgrades following a historic surge of federal funding.

Republican Austin Theriault concedes closest election in Maine history to Jared Golden

Theriault conceded the election, the closest in Maine history, to Rep. Jared Golden (D-ME) nearly one month after Election Day.

Stephen King's Maine radio stations to go silent for good on New Year's Eve

King’s foray into radio began at age 36 with his 1983 purchase of a radio station that was rebranded WZON in deference to his book, “The Dead Zone.”

Girls’ cross country Runner of the Year: Teanne Ewings, Greater Houlton Christian Academy

After winning conference, regional and state championships for Houlton/GHCA this fall, Ewings has been selected as the 2024 Varsity Maine Girls’ Cross Country Runner of the Year.

Central Maine Eats: They come and they go

The Augusta location marks the first BWW in central Maine, with the closest restaurant locations in Auburn and Topsham. The GO format offers takeout and delivery. The restaurant chain is under the Inspire Brands corporate umbrella along with Arby’s, Baskin-Robbins, Dunkin’, Jimmy John’s and Sonic.

Stephen King to Shut Down His 3 Radio Stations in Maine

The author, who owns the small independent stations in Bangor, said that the decision was prompted by a desire to get his business affairs in order.

I-95 closed in both directions near New Hampshire-Maine border amid ‘active police situation’

Interstate 95 is closed in both directions near the New Hampshire-Maine border amid an “active police situation,” authorities warned.

FBI offers $15K reward in case of Maine teen missing since September

( NewsNation) — The FBI is offering a reward of up to $15,000 for information leading to the return of a Maine teenager missing for more than two months, or the arrest of anyone involved in her disappearance.

Maine scores ‘fair’ on infrastructure report card, its highest grade yet

Bruce Van Note, commissioner of the Maine Department of Transportation, said infrastructure is like the furnace in your basement: You don’t really think about it until it breaks in the winter. When the drive to work is smooth and water is flowing where it should be,

Police close N.H-Maine bridge while responding to person in ‘mental health crisis’

The Interstate 95 bridge between New Hampshire and Maine was closed to traffic Tuesday afternoon as police assisted a person in a “mental health crisis,” New Hampshire State Police said.

Girls’ cross country: 2024 Varsity Maine All-State team

Samantha Moore, Portland senior: A two-time SMAA runner of the year, Moore excelled again for the Bulldogs, winning both the Class A South (19:16.08) and Class A state championships (18:48.63) for the second straight year and placing 23rd at New Englands (18:52). She will run at next year at the University of Connecticut.

Boys’ cross country: 2024 Varsity Maine All-State team

Sam Laverdiere, Lake Region senior: Laverdiere ran the fastest time, 15:52.79, of any runner in the three state meets and was the only one to record a sub-16-minute time. The Varsity Maine Boys’ Cross Country Runner of the Year also ran sub-16 a week later at the New England Championships, finishing ninth in 15:46.00.

Maine Guide Mondays: Impact bird hunting has on Maine's economy

This week, Catherine talks about the impact bird hunting has had on the state's economy as well as conservation efforts.

Report: 100,000 low-income Maine households struggle with rising electricity bills

About 100,000 Maine households are struggling to pay some of the most expensive electricity bills in the U.S., and costs are set to keep climbing in 2025, according to a state report released Monday.

The FBI and the Maine State Police Announce $15,000 Reward for Missing Aroostook County Teenager Stefanie Damron

The Boston Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Maine State Police continue to seek the public’s assistance in locating 14-year-old Stefanie Damron, of New Sweden, Maine.

'The humble Farmer' Robert Skoglund, former Maine Public Radio host, dies at 88

Robert Skoglund was teaching school in 1978 when he began hosting a show on Maine Public Radio, then known as MPBN, featuring jazz music from the 1920s, '30s and '40s, and blended with his own brand of humor.

Maine radio stations owned by Stephen King to go permanently off air at end of year

According to a press release by the stations' parent company, they were never profitable, with Stephen King personally covering their revenue shortfalls.

Man from Maine caught speeding up I-84 in unregistered Fusion

A man from Maine was arrested on reckless driving and other charges after state police clocked him speeding up Interstate 84 in Vernon.

Varsity Maine Girls’ Golfer of the Year: Jade Haylock, Leavitt

The senior became only the second player in Maine history to win state championships in all four years of high school.

Maine power companies grapple with their role in illegal cannabis grow houses

Blown transformers and $10,000 power bills can make Marijuana “grow houses” easy for utility companies to identify, but question if flagging illegal activity is their responsibility.

Maine radio stations owned by Stephen King to close

The closures come during a difficult period for traditional media companies, which have seen their business models upended by the internet and changes in audience.

Golf: 2024 Varsity Maine All-State team

Four-time state champ Jade Haylock, state and New England winner Jack Quinn lead the list that features seven seniors.

Varsity Maine Boys’ Golfer of the Year: Jack Quinn, Gardiner

The competitive and confident junior earned his first state championship while guiding the Tigers to the team title in Class B.

History of Toy Fund has special meaning for this Maine family

Donald Bancroft never stops moving when he's in the Toy Fund workshop. While his wife, Janice, helps process applications, he buzzes around the room, packing toys and books into bags that will be distributed to thousands of children this month.

Local climate action planning on the rise in communities across Maine

More Maine communities are adopting individual plans to take control of their climate future by cutting carbon emissions, promoting renewable energy use and taking steps to prepare for the impacts of climate change.

How Maine’s Margaret Chase Smith derailed actor Jimmy Stewart’s rise to Air Force general

The 'It's a Wonderful Life' star and World War II pilot and officer was blocked for promotion by the legendary Maine senator because she didn't think he earned it.

Outfitting New England’s highest peak to give a sneak peek at Maine’s weather

The expansion of the Mount Washington weather network will provide real-time data for skiers, hikers and skaters heading to New Hampshire, but it will also help improve Maine forecasts and preview storm systems heading into Maine.

Maine’s 207 area code sticking around longer than previously thought

The Maine Public Utilities Commission approved a large-scale rate center consolidation of Consolidated Communications Northern New England Company.

Admirals extend winning streak to 5, finish home sweep of Maine

The Admirals (11-4-3-0) swept a three-game, four-day series at Scope against the Mariners (6-10-1-0), the Boston Bruins’ ECHL affiliate. Carr, who has been Norfolk’s coach since late in 2022, has his team contending with Wheeling for the North Division lead.

Maine becomes latest US state to sue oil companies over climate change

NEW YORK -- Maine has become the latest US state to sue oil and gas companies over climate change, claiming that Exxon Mobil, Shell, Chevron and other giants waged a decades-long campaign to conceal the effects of fossil fuels and contributed to the extreme weather that has pummeled the state in recent years, according to local media reports.

Thanksgiving storm brings needed rain, substantial snow to New England

Thanksgiving was filled with quality time, football games, and rounds of food with an extra side of messy weather.

'We're trying to prevent fraud': New driver's license requirements for some drivers

These nine states have yet to subscribe to a national database, the State-to-State Verification Service, or S2S.

Enfield man indicted, accused of assaulting man at Camp Hope in Bangor

BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - An Enfield man accused of assault at Camp Hope in Bangor has been indicted by a Penobscot County Grand Jury. Christopher Campbell, 23, is facing several charges including aggravated assault, stealing drugs, and robbery.

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