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Maine-Endwell’s Steven Smith rolls a perfect score

One of the most difficult things to do in bowling is getting a 300 score. For the second straight year a Maine-Endwell student has completed that, this time senior Steven Smith.

Pete Hegseth meets with moderate Sen. Susan Collins as he lobbies for key votes

The meeting with Collins was closely watched as she is seen as more likely than most of her Republican Senate colleagues to vote against some of Trump’s Cabinet picks.

Maine men's hockey in first place in Hockey East at holiday break

Maine is in first place in Hockey East at the break, one point above No. 2 Boston College, Providence, and UMass Lowell in the league. The Black Bears still say there’s room to build to win the biggest games.

Maine group knits thousands of blankets for veterans

BELFAST, Maine (WABI) - Fewer veterans will be cold this year thanks to the help of a Belfast group called the Knit Wits, formed by a few employees at Bank of America. Dawna-Jean Turchon and Joanna Deetjen are co-founders of the Knit Wits. They knit and croche blankets to give to veterans on Christmas morning, which they’ve done for over 15 years.

Maine Connectivity Authority awarded $5.7 million in federal funds

MAINE, USA — The Maine Connectivity Authority is an organization that has been working to improve access to reliable and affordable internet services around that state, as well as making sure people have access to modern technology. Under the bipartisan infrastructure law, the "Internet for All" initiative allocated $5.7 million to the MCA.

Maine's Child Development Services is struggling to pay its contractors on time

The state agency that provides educational services for students with disabilities is experiencing "widespread" delays in processing payroll for contracted employees. Child Development Services, or CDS,

Skin-irritating brown snow covers small Maine town sending residents into fury: ‘It’s everywhere’

It’s everywhere! Very dirty snow! Looks like the snow does in the springtime, though actually, it’s kind of like a reddish-brownish color.”

Brown snow falls on Maine town prompting warning from officials: Don’t eat it

Recent rounds of winter weather have been impacting portions of the Northeast and New England, but residents in one Maine town were greeted with a peculiar sight on Tuesday -- brown snow.

Brown snow fell in a Maine town. Here's what officials say happened.

Brown snow fell in the Maine town of Rumford after a malfunction at a paper mill caused the release of spent black liquor.

Dressing for the winter in Maine

As the winter weather has arrived on Maines doorstep, Meteorologist Ted McInerney walks you through some changes to go along with the winter wardrobe.

Unlock the Best Black Friday Deals Without Breaking the Bank

Learn how to shop like a pro this Black Friday with smart strategies and tips to snag the best deals while avoiding overspending.

Skip the Crowds: Explore Maine’s 5 Quietest Trails and Parks This Month

Escape the crowds on Maine's quietest hiking trails. Discover five peaceful parks and trails for a serene nature escape.

The Best Axes and Hatchets for Camping and Survival

From full-length axes built to split cordwood and fell trees to simple hatchets that you can stash in your pack for your next camping trip.

Maine election results 2024

In addition to voting for president and a U.S. Senate race, Maine residents will weigh in on five ballot measures.

Volunteers work to end hunger in Maine

Volunteers gathered from across the state to discuss hunger amongst Maine youth.

EDITORIAL: Vote 'yes' on Question 1 to send an important message

An Act to Limit Contributions to Political Action Committees That Make Independent Expenditures, Do you want to set a $5,000 limit for giving to political action committees that spend money independently to support or defeat candidates for office?

Mud, beer and cash: Annual wife-carrying championship attracts competitive couples to Maine

More than 30 couples competed in the North American Wife Carrying Championship, a 278-yard race during which contestants splash through water, leap over logs and trudge through mud — all while carrying their partner like a sack of potatoes.

Face Time: Tetiana Cherednichenko shares her journey from Ukraine to Maine

Tetiana left Ukraine as the war in her home country continued to escalate. Now, she works with English learners in the Lewiston area.

Annual wife-carrying championship attracts competitive couples to Maine

More than 30 couples competed in the North American Wife Carrying Championship, a 278-yard race during which contestants splash through water, leap over logs and trudge through mud -- all while carrying their partner like a sack of potatoes.

Aroostook Apple Day highlights Maine heirloom apples

This is the first time the biannual event has been held since COVID-19, said Unitarian minister Dave Hutchinson, the event host, adding that the Cup Cafe was serving apple themed baked goods and even a squash and apple soup on Saturday.

Climate change delays, disrupts Maine’s fall foliage season

Warming temperatures are pushing back peak conditions by more than a week since the 1950s. But several factors shape the timing and brilliance of autumnal color.

Ask Maine Audubon: What’s coming this winter? Sit back and watch

Thinking further out, one could expect to hear more coyotes and foxes this winter if the boom in rodents continues. Or maybe some of our local owls – like barred and northern saw-whet owls – will also benefit, but that may depend on the depth and condition of snow we get this winter. Stay tuned and let us know what you see this fall.

Inside Maine’s first EV repair class

About two dozen students have completed Southern Maine Community College's hybrid and electric vehicle course since it launched in 2021. Similar programs are emerging elsewhere in the state.

Rooks: School construction in Maine needs a major overhaul

Maine's existing school construction model simply isn’t working, resulting in crumbling and outdated buildings and no clear path to improving them.

MADELINE MALISA: It’s Time To Close The Door For Good On Ranked-Choice Voting

Democratic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz thinks ranked-choice voting “gives us better trust in our democracy.” What he really means is

Maine man allegedly stole 4 vehicles, including dump truck, during police chase

A Maine man is facing multiple charges after police said he stole four vehicles, including a dump truck, in a chase that crossed into New Hampshire several times.

Lewiston-Auburn softball tournament draws immense support for Oct. 25 families

Maine Strong Memorial Foundation hopes to raise $350,000 for victims of the Oct. 25, 2023, mass shooting victims' families at its second softball tournament in Auburn and Lewiston.

Saturday’s Maine college football roundup: Maine’s upset bid fizzles at Delaware

APPRENTICE SCHOOL 72, MAINE MARITIME 26: Despite four touchdown passes by Dylan Abbott, the Mariners (0-3) lost the finale of their abbreviated varsity season, falling to the Builders (3-3) in Newport News, Virginia. Abbott was 19 of 39 for 259 yards and threw three interceptions.

‘I went from teaching a class to having a baby in about 15 minutes’: Teacher gives birth in school parking lot

“At 2:07 p.m. I called my mom, and by 2:18 p.m. the ambulance had been called because I was holding her in my arms in the parking lot. I went from teaching a class to having a baby in about 15 minutes,” Hildreth said.

Sabattus man charged in Wales assault

One of the victims, police said, was later transferred to Maine Medical Center in Portland due to the extent of his injuries.

Lewiston man charged with dealing methamphetamine; 2 others charged in separate drug case

Muktar Abshir Aden, 25, of 210 Blake St., was arrested at his home and charged with possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. Several others were escorted out of Aden's apartment in handcuffs,

Northern lights illuminate Maine skies

If you stepped outside Thursday night, you may have caught a glimpse of the Northern lights -- they were visible across our state and some of our viewers

Enjoy life year-round along Maine’s rocky coast

Affectionately known by locals as Beach Haven, this charming Dutch Gambrel (circa 1935) sits high on a bluff overlooking Biddeford Pool on one of the largest lots ever offered for

Social Workers Maine chapter names 2024 award recipients

Maine Chapter has announced the recipients of its annual awards honoring the efforts and achievements of five dedicated social workers, advocates, and organizations in Maine. These awards underscore the commitment of NASW Maine to foster excellence in social work by recognizing individuals and agencies who have

UCP of Maine's annual Pumpkins In The Park to be held on October 20

United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of Maine is a Bangor nonprofit who works with adults and children with physical, intellectual, and mental health needs.

2-Month-Old Baby, Her Parents Missing in Maine

Maine State Police are looking for a family of three, including a 2-month-old baby, who were reported missing by family members in Oxford County on Wednesday. State police said that Benjamin and Casandra Quinn,