Maine Native J.P. Estrella Helps Tennessee Reach Elite Eight
Estrella, a redshirt sophomore from Scarborough/South Portland, has been a key contributor for the Volunteers during their tournament run.
Hundreds of Navy Shipbuilder Workers Strike in Maine
Hundreds of Navy Shipbuilders Strike in Maine Over Wages and Benefits
Politics
Maine Houses of Worship Seek State Funding for Security Upgrades
Religious organizations push for $1.5 million state grant program amid rising tensions and hate crimes

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
Sports
Mariners Shutout Reading, Move Closer to ECHL Playoff Berth
Maine Mariners goalie Luke Cavallin records a shutout to help his team inch closer to a playoff spot.

Mariners Sweep Railers with Special Teams Dominance
Maine's affiliate of the Boston Bruins wins 4-1 at home behind two power play goals and a perfect penalty kill.
Maine Celtics Hold Off Grand Rapids in Tight G League Matchup
Celtics maintain playoff position with narrow victory over Gold
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
Updated List of Big Concerts in Portland, Maine For 2026
From Barry Manilow to The Black Keys, Portland's concert calendar is filling up for 2026

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.
Weather
Private Jet Crashed in Maine After Longer-Than-Typical De-Icing Delay, NTSB Says
The plane spent 17 minutes on the runway after de-icing, exceeding the standard 9-minute limit before takeoff.

Portland Updates Warming Shelter Criteria After Outcry
City will now open shelter during blizzard and ice storm warnings
Boil Water Order Issued for Casco Bay Islands After Water Main Break
The precautionary order impacts Great Diamond Island and four surrounding communities.