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.
Lifestyle
Portland BBQ Joint Recognized as Maine's Best by National Food Website
Wilson County Barbecue in Portland's Bayside neighborhood is named Maine's top BBQ spot by LoveFood.
Ocha Thai and Sushi Opens in Westbrook, Maine
New restaurant brings authentic Thai cuisine and fresh sushi to the community.
Birding Basics: Answers to Common Questions
Maine Audubon expert shares tips on identifying birds, feeder maintenance, and participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count.
Business
Businesses Adapt as Penny Phase-Out Challenges Mount
Retailers and others handling cash transactions are rounding change to the nearest nickel as the U.S. Mint stops producing pennies.
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.
Crime
Maine's Largest Cities See Dramatic Drop in Homicides in 2025
State police report just 1 homicide across Bangor, Portland, and Lewiston last year as overall killings decline statewide.
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.
Weather
Chillier day ahead with plenty of sun
Track the forecast and the busy pattern ahead
Southern Maine Braces for Snow, Frigid Temperatures
Arctic front and offshore low-pressure system to bring localized snowfall and dangerously cold wind chills across the state.
Maine Braces for Potential Snow This Weekend
Meteorologists forecast light snow and sub-zero wind chills in the coming days
