And though encounters with them can be devastating, sharks are quickly gaining rock-star status.

The 2-day festival caused few traffic or other problems, according to police and city officials, and festival organizers are paying $100,000 to make any repairs to the event site that are found necessary.

The challenge that ended the Maine senator's career half a century ago is worth another look.

Unity attorney Jason Cherry, a retired FBI agent who last year ran unsuccessfully as an independent against U.S. Sen. Angus King, joins a crowded field of well-known Democrats looking to replace Gov. Janet Mills.

Many immigrants are part of our essential workforce. If we are picking up some vegetables at the grocery store for a family dinner, thank an immigrant. If we have an elderly relative who receives hot meals, clean sheets and compassionate care at a nursing home, thank an immigrant. If we enjoy that clean plate, linen […]

The debate over whether lobsters feel pain — and the most humane way to cook Maine’s most famous export — has raged for years.

The fund at Royal River Community Players would bring more people to the stage of the multigenerational theater that David Ray was instrumental in strengthening.

Portland needs growth. Neighbors opposing a new housing development aren't seeking to move the city forward.

“The sturgeons are jumping,” my friend, Brent Elwell, reported. He was referring to a recent trip he had taken on the Kennebec River. Paddling the Kennebec is always a pleasure, but doing so while watching the sturgeons jump is an exceptional experience. When I remarked that I’d like to complete a trip on the river […]

Matthew Clancy was under the influence of alcohol and causing a disturbance in downtown late Friday night, Hallowell police say.