Portland Press Herald News Stories

King, a Portland Democrat, joins what is likely to be a crowded field of candidates seeking to replace Gov. Janet Mills, who is prevented from seeking reelection because of term limits.

PBS is one of the few places where complex, underexplored stories can still be found.

A bipartisan bill would establish a public health program for the disease in the state.

LD 54, An Act to Require Employers to Disclose Pay Ranges and Maintain Records of Employees’ Pay Histories, is a common-sense legislative proposal that would benefit all working Mainers. This legislation would empower people with knowledge of the pay range for jobs they are applying for, or are currently working in. Withholding this information creates […]

Most of us enjoy dogs. And, we admire how they are well loved and cared for. Mainers are noted for our common sense. Parents cover sandboxes to prevent cats, foxes, etc. from inadvertently urinating in their child’s play space. I realize that dog owners have accumulated many arguments on why dog urine is not toxic […]

Dawn Webber, 51, was killed when her Ford Fusion crossed the center line and collided with commercial vehicle.

Monday's council meeting began with comments by the Portland Tenants Union, which says it has found widespread noncompliance with the city's rent control law.

Tom Morrison, known as "Tom the Bottleman" in Brunswick, is featured in a new documentary by a local filmmaker.

Officials should send a message and deny the Mt. Ararat boys hockey team's appeal to return to the ice for the 2025-26 season.

Sixth grader James Feeley won the competition facilitated by MAXCourage, a Boston-based nonprofit. He is the first winner from Maine.