Weather
Maine's Private Snow Plow Drivers Struggle with Salt Shortage
National suppliers are rationing or cutting off Maine's private plow drivers to make sure they can fulfill government contracts.
New England Faces Higher Ice Jam Flood Risk as Spring Approaches
Warming trend and deep freeze raise concerns about ice jams and sudden flooding along rivers
Chillier day ahead with plenty of sun
Track the forecast and the busy pattern ahead
Travel
Breeze Airways Adds Nonstop Flights from Maine to Ohio
New routes to Akron-Canton and Cincinnati start in July.
Breeze Airways Adds New Flights from Akron-Canton Airport
Airline launches seasonal route to Portland, Maine and daily service to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Portland Jetport Sets New Passenger Record in 2025
American Airlines remains the largest carrier at the airport.
Crime
Man Shot Outside Portland Restaurant, Suspect Sought
Portland police are investigating a shooting that left a 32-year-old man wounded outside Amigos Mexican Restaurant & Bar.
Man Injured in Late-Night Old Port Shooting
Police searching for suspect after incident outside Amigos Mexican Restaurant
Eliot Cutler Denies Violating Probation While Jailed
Disgraced former gubernatorial candidate says he can't get court-ordered treatment while in custody
Sports
Cheverus boys basketball reaches regional final for first time since 2011
The Stags defeated Scarborough 68-59 in the Class A South semifinal game.
Camden Hills and Portland Meet in Class A Boys Basketball State Final
Nolan Ames and Camden Hills face a tough Portland defense that has shut down standout scorers in the playoffs.
Medomak Valley boys basketball reaches B South final
Panthers withstand Poland rally to advance to championship game
Entertainment
Skye Consort & Emma Björling Bring Scandinavian Folk Music to Mayo Street Arts
The trans-Atlantic chamber folk group performs songs and tunes from Sweden, Norway, Ireland, Scotland, and more.
Jim Gaffigan Brings Clean Comedy To Portland, Maine In 2026
The popular comedian promises a night of laughs about everyday life and parenting.
The Lover's Ball vogue event returns to Mayo Street Arts
Aquarius Funkk and Prismatic Productions host the annual mini-ball celebrating love and self-expression.
