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Feds cut $9M for Downeast coastal restoration project
The Trump administration said it is rescinding the funding to prevent an 'overuse of taxpayer dollars.'
Bill to kill Gorham Connector crashes in committee
The Legislature's Transportation Committee says the toll highway extension should be considered among options to solve traffic congestion west of Portland.
Three generations of Jacks reopen family farm in Buckfield
Love of family and farming inspired members to revitalize and grow a greenhouse operation now seven generations strong.
Mainers roll with start of Real ID travel requirements
Lines are still long for some waiting for the enhanced identification at Bureau of Motor Vehicles offices.
‘Fisherman core’ is the latest fashion fad. Here’s what Mainers think.
Fashion forecasters say fishermen are models of today's trends. Do they get it right? Yes and no.
Emergency bill would restore full MaineCare payments to hospitals
House Democrats tried to bypass the usual committee review process to fast-track floor votes on the bipartisan measure — a shortcut that drew Republican criticism and jeopardized the bill.
North Deering Tavern opens in Allen’s Corner
The new venue is a continuation of the former Samuel's Bar & Grill on Forest Avenue.
Salvatore’s Hoagie Shop coming to Forest Avenue
The sandwich and pizza restaurant will take over the former Pizza Joint space.
See the roadwork happening the way to Maine summer hot spots | Column
With construction season underway, here are the projects to look out for en route to the state's travel destinations.
This western Maine caboose can be your home for $129,000
Maine Central Railroad Caboose 655, which has been converted to a living space, is available for sale in Madrid Township.
Proposal for Maine’s tallest building would transform Portland’s skyline
A local developer unveiled plans to redevelop the Canal Plaza Block in the Old Port and build what would become the state's tallest structure.
Multiunit homebuyers are turning sour on Portland
Real estate experts say high prices, rent control and competition from new inventory has sent the would-be landlords packing. And they're heading to Lewiston-Auburn.
MaineGeneral Health cutting mental health, disabilities services for children
Advocates say key diagnostic services for children will be harder to obtain, placing the blame for the cuts on the Mills administration.
Medical cannabis industry organizes against Maine proposals to test for mold, track plants
Maine is the only state in the country that doesn't mandate testing for mold, yeast, chemicals or heavy metal in its medical marijuana. The state's medical growers are fighting to keep it that way.
Maine joins coalition of states suing Trump administration for blocking wind energy development
Attorneys general from 17 states and Washington, D.C., argue that the president doesn't have the authority to unilaterally shut down the permitting process, as he did with an executive order on his first day back in office.
Solo Italiano and Solo Pane named among world’s best Italian restaurants and bakeries
The Portland restaurant and its sister bakery in Bath won prestigious Gambero Rosso awards.
Trump administration seeks to expand offshore oil and gas drilling, including in Gulf of Maine
The Department of the Interior also moved to speed up permitting for a range of energy sources, primarily fossil fuels.
Maine Public could lose 12% of funding with executive order to defund NPR, PBS
Roughly $2 million is at risk for the broadcasting company, but the president and CEO says it's far from a done deal.
Mr. Drew and his Animals Too moving from Lewiston to Poland
Owner Drew Desjardins said he will sign a lease to move all those lizards, snakes, fish, birds and various critters to the Poland Crossing Plaza on Route 26.
With contract inked, Brunswick-Rockland rail operator preparing for trains
Maine Switching Services, which will operate as the Cumberland and Knox Railroad, aims to begin carrying freight shipments by the end of May.