Lifestyle
Maine BMV Implements New Interpreter System for Driver's Tests
The state will now provide interpreters for free, replacing the previous practice of allowing applicants to bring their own.
Mill Park in Augusta, Maine Hosts Winter Celebration
Free skating, sledding, hot cocoa, and music at the annual Flurries of Fun event on February 19th.
Frances Perkins to be Inducted into Maine Women's Hall of Fame
The trailblazing public servant and first woman to serve in a U.S. presidential cabinet will be honored at a ceremony in March.
Sports
Valley boys basketball routs Forest Hills in Class S South final
The top-seeded Cavaliers dominate the third-seeded Tigers en route to their second regional title in three years.
Tourney 2026: February 17 Scoreboard from Bangor, Augusta and Portland
Decisive wins and tight games in the Class S and C basketball championships
Madison upsets Carrabec in D South girls basketball quarterfinal
Bulldogs use strong first-half run and disruptive defense to advance to semifinals
Crime
66-Year-Old Man Dies After House Fire in Maine
Victim suffered severe burns and was airlifted to hospital
Prominent Maine Philanthropist Killed in Potomac Assisted Living Home
Robert Fuller Jr. was an 87-year-old retired Navy officer and attorney who donated millions to his local community in Maine.
Maine Man Charged for Shooting at 3 Power Substations
Thomas Welch, 54, of Fairfield, turned himself in after the incidents in Augusta, Winslow, and Windsor.
Politics
Maine Rep. Libby Blames State Policies for Affordability Crisis
Legislator argues big government is driving up costs for Mainers, not helping them.
Maine Governor to Attend White House Governors Meeting After Invite Reversal
Gov. Janet Mills will attend the National Governors Association meeting at the White House, but will skip the traditional dinner.
Maine Seeks Court Guidance on Ranked-Choice Voting Expansion
State lawmakers request advisory opinion on constitutionality of using ranked-choice voting for governor and legislative races.
