Health
Maine Sees 20% Drop in Fatal Drug Overdoses in 2025
Fourth consecutive year of decline as harm reduction efforts and declining fentanyl prevalence fuel the trend
Portland Needle Exchange Program Distributes Over 1 Million Syringes
High return rate credited to city's pilot program paying clients for needle returns
Maine Hospitals Face Uncertain Future as Medicaid Cuts Loom
Nearly half of Maine's hospitals are losing money, and the impending federal Medicaid cuts are expected to cost them millions more.
Business
Bar Harbor Cruise Ship Limits Challenged in Federal Court
Business group argues restrictions unfairly target cruise ship passengers over other visitors
ResiXperts Expands Home Services Platform Through Option One Plumbing Partnership
The deal strengthens ResiXperts' portfolio of home services brands across California and Arizona.
Portland Seeks Developer for Vacant Bayside Parcels
City officials debate best use for prime downtown land after failed 'Midtown' project
Crime
AARP Maine Hosts Event on Protecting Against Digital Scams
Learn from expert Erin West how to recognize and avoid the latest transnational crime schemes targeting older adults
Maine National Guard Mourns Guardsman Lost at Sea
Fishing vessel sinks off Gloucester, Massachusetts, killing seven crew members including a Maine National Guard member.
Man on Electric Scooter Charged in Portland Home Invasion and Assault
Suspect allegedly broke into home, threatened resident with gun, and fled before arrest
Sports
Celtics Star Tatum Begins Rehab with Maine G League Team
Tatum joins Maine Celtics for practice sessions as part of recovery from torn Achilles injury
Former Maine Celtics Players Lead Motor City Cruise to Victory
Trio of ex-teammates combine for 66 points against current Maine squad
Maine Native Emily Fischnaller Misses Olympic Luge Medal
Fischnaller finishes 12th in women's singles luge, just off the podium.
Lifestyle
Maine Lawmakers Seek to Reform Inequitable School Funding Formula
Education Committee introduces bill based on researcher recommendations to update the state's complex school funding model.
New Indoor Dog Bar Woof Play Eat Opens in Portland, Maine
The new establishment combines a dog-friendly restaurant and bar with an expansive indoor dog park.
Homes Priced at $1.5 Million in 3 States
A Frank Lloyd Wright-designed house in Michigan, a modern condo in New Hampshire, and a midcentury modern home in Washington.
