Maine governor brings charm offensive to N.B. to win back Canadian tourism

By Canadian Press on June 24, 2025. FREDERICTON — On a visit to New Brunswick, the governor of Maine issued renewed pleas for Canadian tourists to return to the United States, despite their apparent anger over the political climate. Janet Mills is on a …

High temperature records broken in several Maine communities

Several Maine communities set new daily high temperature records on Tuesday, and the "feels like" temperatures were even hotter due to high humidity.The cities of Portland and Augusta both hit 98 degrees, while the town of Fryeburg reached 100 …

Top performers from Maine high school softball state championship games

No More Self-Checkout?! Here's What Could Happen in Maine Soon

We had an absolute terrible time once Walmart took away our bag privileges, now this?  I'd drop half of my cheap makeup in the parking lot trying to carry everything I bought in my arms to the car. No more self check-out at Walmart AS IF that wasn' …

Iconic Maine Sights That Bring Back Childhood Memories

Maine has some of the most iconic sights in the world. Places with beautiful views and landmarks that capture the essence of the state. Historical Landmarks You know it’s Maine when you see the Portland Head Light or Acadia National Park. L.L. Bean is …

Maine’s Legal Age for Leaving Kids Home Alone This Summer

With summer in full swing here in Maine and school out of session, we’re answering the question: are there any laws about this kind of thing? Listen, this is a real question that parents and caregivers ask themselves every single summer. With school out, …

Maine Teen Survives 54 Surgeries and Still Finds Reasons to Smile

Meet Charlotte, she is a resilient young Maine woman whose strength has pushed her to the limit. She has gone through 54 surgeries in 11 years.  Her next surgery is coming this August, but you’d never know it from her bright spirit.   Meet Charlotte: A …

6 Cafés in Portland, Maine That Are Perfect for Working Remotely

Work remotely but looking to get out of the house? The couch is starting to feel more like a prison, your dog is giving you "play with me" stares all day long... yeah, we get it. Good news: Portland is packed with cafés that are perfect for …

Maine had among the nation’s top growth in productivity last year

Maine had among the largest growth in productivity in the U.S. last year according to newly released data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The Pine Tree State was one of five states with productivity growth of more than 4 percent, including Indiana (6. …

Learn more about Cooper Flagg's basketball family and Maine roots

After taking college basketball by storm, Cooper Flagg is ready to take on the NBA. Flagg turned in a historically dominant three years of prep basketball before winning a host of national player of the year honors during his lone season at Duke. The …