South Portland school board names new superintendent
Rain, some mountain snow, and gusty winds on tap for Maine Friday into SaturdayModerate-to-heavy rainfall Friday night will lead to beneficial rain for the a...
May 30, 2026Open source
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Portland considers 'Payment In Lieu Of Taxes' program for city's largest nonprofits
Portland will soon decide on a “Payment In Lieu Of Taxes” program that would ask some of the city’s largest nonprofits to pay up.
May 30, 2026Open source
Everyday Heroes: Program introduces students to healthcare careers
After a mentor in his life took a chance on him, this week's Everyday Hero decided to pay it forward.
May 30, 2026Open source
AMNW host Helen Raptis retires from KATU after nearly 29 years
Helen Raptis, host of AM Northwest and longtime KATU on-air personality, had her last day at the station Friday, retiring after nearly 29 years at the station.H
May 30, 2026Open source
8 floating homes damaged or destroyed in early-morning fire in North Portland community
Eight floating homes were damaged or destroyed in a fire early Friday morning at the Pier West Community in North Portland.
May 30, 2026Open source
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Federal prosecutors allege Matthew Charnay has evaded several law enforcement investigations across the country.
May 30, 2026Open source
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The South Portland Sustainability Department hosted a spring bike party May 21.
May 30, 2026Open source
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Laweryson has been out since April 10 with a right forearm strain.
May 30, 2026Open source
Joint Portland WNBA-NWSL training center set to open in August
The ribbon-cutting ceremony to formally open the joint training facility shared by the WNBA’s Portland Fire and the NWSL’s Portland Thorns is set for Aug...
May 29, 2026Open source
Southeast Portland vintage shop hit by vandalism and burglary within weeks
Midtowners Market in Southeast Portland faces thousands in losses after vandalism and a burglary hit the vintage shop just weeks apart.
May 29, 2026Open source
Spanning over half of Portland's history, the Burnside Bridge turns 100
The Burnside Bridge officially opened on May 28, 1926. Today, it carries some 35,000 travelers each day.
May 29, 2026Open source
Denver Summit FC postpones opener at Centennial Stadium to July 18 against Portland Thorns
Denver Summit FC was scheduled to open at its temporary venue, Centennial Stadium, on July 3. But due to weather-related construction delays, Summit FC has p...
May 28, 2026Open source
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Portland is in Cumberland County, Maine.
Region: Maine
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04101, 04102, 04103, 04104, 04109, 04112, 04122, 04123, 04124
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Central Maine Golf Tournament to benefit Ronald McDonald House happening June 22
Central Maine Golf Tournament to benefit Ronald McDonald House happening June 22
May 30, 2026Open source
Maine man accused of possessing child sexual abuse material taken into custody
The Lewiston Police Department arrested a 56-year-old man and charged him with possession of sexually explicit material involving a child under the age of 12.
May 30, 2026Open source
Maine DEA operations in Westbrook, Winthrop lead to 3 arrests
Separate Maine Drug Enforcement Agency operations that were conducted in Westbrook and Winthrop led to the arrests of three people on drug trafficking charges.
May 30, 2026Open source
South Portland school board names new superintendent
Rain, some mountain snow, and gusty winds on tap for Maine Friday into SaturdayModerate-to-heavy rainfall Friday night will lead to beneficial rain for the a...
May 30, 2026Open source
Two accused of trafficking drugs on Vinalhaven-Rockland ferry
The Maine DEA says they arrested two people on Wednesday in connection with drug trafficking out of Vinalhaven.
May 30, 2026Open source
Maine Ethics Commission probes anti-Midgley website after campaign complaint
The Charles campaign denies any involvement with the website, which is no longer active.
May 30, 2026Open source
Our next governor must be ready to deliver on Maine interconnect challenges
“Maine doesn't lack candidates with thoughtful platforms. What's harder to find is someone who has already done the unglamorous, coalition-building, agency...
May 30, 2026Open source
Nirav Shah says he would issue these 6 executive orders if elected governor
Shah is the current Democratic frontrunner, according to recent polls, with former Maine Senate President Troy Jackson close behind.
May 30, 2026Open source
This Maine lawmaker is trying to ban Flock license plate readers
Automatic license plate readers are proliferating in Maine. Footage is sometimes shared with police, raising privacy concerns.
May 30, 2026Open source
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