Lifestyle
Iconic Maine Shop The Cheese Iron Is Closing After 20 Years
The beloved specialty food store will shut its doors for good on May 16.
Biddeford, Maine Offers Tight-Knit Community That Newcomer Craved
After living in New York and Sweden, a couple finds a supportive community in a small Maine city.
Portland Considers Consolidating Middle Schools
Proposal could mean closing 125-year-old Lincoln Middle School
Politics
Maine County Races See Declining Competitiveness
Longtime Cumberland County commissioner reflects on lack of public engagement in local politics.
Mills and Platner Clash Over Attack Ad in Maine Senate Primary
Intensifying battle to face Republican Sen. Susan Collins in the general election
Portland Pays Nearly $1M to Settle Lawsuit Over 2020 Protest Crackdown
Settlement also extends policy protections for journalists and legal observers through 2028.
Sports
Maine Celtics Hold Off Grand Rapids in Tight G League Matchup
Celtics maintain playoff position with narrow victory over Gold
Hearts of Pine sign Bowdoin standout Tyler Huck
The midfielder from California was the NESCAC Player of the Year in 2025.
Portland Hearts of Pine to Sell Limited Standing-Room Tickets
Fans eager to attend games at Fitzpatrick Stadium will have a chance to buy standing-room only tickets next week.
Crime
Portland Teen Faces Federal Gun Charges
Investigators say they found a stolen pistol in the teen's dorm room
Portland Man Faces Up to 15 Years on Federal Gun Charges
Jeissey Khamis pleaded guilty to making false statements and possessing a stolen firearm.
Security Guard Assaulted at Portland Office Building
Suspect arrested over an hour later on Marginal Way
Entertainment
Good Theater's 'Lend Me a Soprano' Brings Screwball Comedy to Portland
Director says slamming doors and high-energy performances make the show a blast for cast and audience
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.
