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Beyond Acadia: Exploring Maine’s Lesser-Known Autumn Wonders

As the largest lake in Maine, Moosehead Lake is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream, especially in the fall. Surrounded by the dense forests of the North Woods, the lake reflects a kaleidoscope of autumn colors on its glassy surface. A scenic drive along the Moosehead Lake Scenic Byway provides numerous opportunities to stop and soak in the views.

Working waterfronts discuss storm recovery progress with Maine state legislators

The Island Institute hosted a roundtable between leaders from Maine's working waterfronts, Sen. Angus King, and Rep. Chellie Pingree.

'Let's move forward': Maine to mark 1 year since Lewiston mass shooting with remembrance

Dyer was setting up a game with friends Ron Morin and Billy Brackett. Moments later, both would be among the 18 killed when a lone gunman's bullets ripped through both locations, just 12 minutes apart.

As the Supreme Court considers federal ghost gun rules, legal experts say Maine should get on board

Maine law enforcement and legal experts agree that sellers of untraceable firearms should be federally licensed – a topic before the U.S. Supreme Court.

Faith, family, community: How Lewiston, Maine, is coping one year after the attacks that changed everything

Some weep. Others rage. Still others retreat quietly into themselves, struggling to accept that it really happened.

Growing bipartisan support for Maine initiative to get dark money out of politics

While parties have tried to set themselves apart from one another this election cycle, leaders across the political spectrum in Maine have found a common interest in one of the state’s ballot initiatives,

Feds turn down $456 million grant proposal for Maine wind port

The state's "ambitious" application to build a facility in Searsport was not selected for funding by the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Maine's top election official warns of potential postal delays

Secretary of State Shenna Bellows is encouraging voters to drop ballots off to their clerk in-person or take advantage of drop boxes.

Maine Emergency Squad moves back to home station after 1,362 days

MAINE (WBNG) -- After about four years of working out of a smaller station in Newark Valley, the Maine Emergency Squad has finally moved back to its hometown station. The squad moved to Newark Valley due to flooding issues and a fire that ruined most of their space.

‘Moving forward but not moving on’: University of Southern Maine community grieves a year after Oct. 25 mass shooting

Community came together to remember, grieve and honor the 18 lives that were lost in a mass shooting in Lewiston last year. One of the victims, Joshua Seal, was a faculty member at the University of Southern Maine's American Sign Language program.

1 in 4 Maine voters have requested absentee ballots

The number of absentee ballots requested so far this election has already topped the total from two years ago when Maine had a hotly contested gubernatorial contest.

Spate of stolen campaign signs reported across central Maine

Stealing political signs from a public right-of-way can be penalized with a $250 fine, and a person who takes a sign from private property can be charged with theft, punishable by up to six months in jail and a $1,

Maine South Italian language instructor honored by national teachers association

A Maine South High School teacher who teaches Italian as part of the school’s world language curriculum has been recognized for her academic efforts, school district officials announced in a news

Yearly summit to improve the future of Maine

GrowSmart Maine held their annual summit involving keynote speakers, spotlights on communities and organizations and more.

UMaine system’s Wabanaki history course, credential reaches milestone

Less than two years after it was launched, more than 1,000 learners have earned the University of Maine System Dawnland credential, which was developed by John Bear Mitchell, a citizen of the Penobscot Nation.

Feds reject Maine’s $456 million request to build wind port at Sears Island

Sears Island is Maine's preferred site because the state owns a 100-acre property where a wind port would be built, avoiding lease payments at nearby Mack Point.

Maine woman who survived 4 days lost in the woods thanks to her dog shares story from hospital bed

ALEXANDER, Maine — A Maine woman who survived 4 days lost in the woods with the help of her dog is sharing her story from her hospital bed. On Sunday, October 13, Pamela and John Helmstadter went for a hike with their dogs near their home in Washington County, Maine.

Growing cruise ship industry splits a Maine island town and worries Boston residents

Some residents are more accepting of the cruise industry that this year will have sent 110 ships chugging into this Midcoast Maine port on Mount Desert Island, dozens arriving via Boston’s Flynn Cruiseport, based in the Seaport district.

How does Maine's ranked choice voting system work?

Maine will once again use ranked choice voting for federal races in the current election. Here's how the system works, and what supporters and detractors say about it.

Oxford Hills school district starts process to permanently close Agnes Gray Elementary School

Maine School Administrative District 17's school board voted 19-1 votes down $6 million needed to make West Paris' 130-year-old school safe for students and staff.

How much will the new Maine state flag cost taxpayers if approved?

Question 5 asks if you'd like to change the current Maine flag, which is blue and has the state seal, to one that's like Maine’s original flag from 1901, which has a pine tree and blue star. Well, as Don mentioned, all the current flags that fly at state offices and other buildings would need to be replaced.

Maine Eviction Prevention Pilot Program opens Monday to prevent renters from losing housing

The program was designed based on data gathered during the pandemic that showed evictions were occurring for renters who were about $1,500 behind in their rent.

Main Street in Richmond closed Tuesday morning

RICHMOND, Maine — Officials have closed a section of Main Street in Richmond Tuesday morning. The road is closed from the Exit 43 Quik Stop gas station at 712 Main Street to Enterprise Farms at 467 Main Street, according to an alert from the Sagadahoc County Sheriff's Office.

AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Maine on Election Day

The race for the White House tops the list of federal, state and local contests that is being put to voters to decide in Maine.

Maine House candidate 2024: Mark Zimmer, District 150

Maine House candidate Mark Zimmer shares his views as he seeks election in 2024 in Maine House District 150, (Eliot/Kittery/South Berwick).

Blue-sky flooding in the Old Port is a preview of the future

Despite sun and clear skies, in the old Port this weekend, some rolled up their pants or donned rain boots to wade through eight inches of water to grab lunch near Commercial Street on the Portland Pier.

Woman rescued, husband found dead about 200 yards away after couple went missing in Maine woods

Pamela Helmstadter, 72, was found about 200 feet away from her husband, John. He was pronounced dead, while she was found suffering from hypothermia.

Varsity Maine football honor roll, Oct. 21

Caught two touchdown passes and had 117 yards receiving on offense, and made eight tackles and intercepted two passes on defense in win over Mt. Blue. Dane Cabral, Leavitt: Racked up 203 yards receiving and caught three touchdowns while making five receptions against Scarborough.

UAlbany women's basketball takes 2nd in America East preseason poll

The America East women's basketball preseason poll ranked Maine first, UAlbany second and Vermont third to lead the 9-team league.

Maine author will discuss his new book at Auburn Public Library

Maine author David Florig will talk about his new book, “The Shattered Curling Stone,” from 4-5 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 29, in the Androscoggin Community Room at the Auburn Public Library. There will be readings from both the award-winning “The Stones of Ailsa Craig” and “The Shattered Curling Stone,

UMaine women’s basketball tabbed first, men fourth in America East preseason poll

The Maine women received five of the nine first place votes, edging UAlbany (three first-place votes) for the top spot in the preseason poll. Binghamton, ranked sixth in the poll, received one first-place vote. The Black Bears went 24-10 last season, winning the America East title and earning a spot in the NCAA Division I tournament.

Elderly couple got lost in Maine woods for four nights. One of them survived thanks to their loyal pet dog

An elderly couple from Maine got lost in a wooded area for four days – but one of them survived thanks to their loyal pet dog. Pamela Helmstadter, 72, and her husband John Helmstadter, 82, had set off for a walk with their two dogs on Sunday 13 October ...

Maine Public's Your Vote 2024 guide to the general election

Maine appoints two U.S. senators to represent the state at a national level. Senators serve six-year terms. Maine’s current senators are Angus King, an independent, and Susan Collins, a Republican. Only King is up for reelection this year.

Maine system to outsource 500 jobs: 4 notes

Bangor, Maine-based Northern Light Health is outsourcing 500 housekeeping and cafeteria jobs to Compass One Healthcare, effective Jan. 1, a spokesperson for the health system confirmed to Becker's on Oct.

Tips to reduce browntail moth hair exposure during outdoor activities this fall

The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention, the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry’s Maine Forest Service, and 211 Maine remind residents and visitors to protect themselves from browntail moth hairs this fall.

Hannaford brand frozen waffles among national recall over listeria concerns

The Maine-based supermarket chain announced that they are recalling several varieties of its frozen waffles after being alerted by supplier Treehouse Foods that the products have the potential to be contaminated with listeria.

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