Maine unemployment rate nearly steady in May

Maine's unemployment rate remained largely unchanged in May. The Maine Department of Labor reported a 0.1% decline to 3.4%. The number has remained at 3.4% or 3.5% since last August. The Labor Department said the number of nonfarm jobs was 1,200 lower …

Norway Savings Bank named sponsor of Yarmouth Clam Festival’s 2025 Maine State Clam Shucking Contest

YARMOUTH — It’s the marquee event of one of New England’s most popular and enduring summer festivals, and Norway Savings Bank is proud to be named its sponsor once again. The 60th Yarmouth Clam Festival is set for July 18-20 and headlining the …

Top performers from Maine high school softball state championship games

Maine Acadian Day

(Courtesy photo) On Sunday, June 29 residents of the St. John Valley will gather to celebrate Maine Acadian Day, in honor of the first families who began the French settlement in 1785 of what then was known as the Madawaska Territory. An annual event since …

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 …

Spike in jellyfish sightings prompts coastal safety warnings across southern Maine

Southern Maine communities advise beachgoers to stay alert with increased jellyfish sightings. MAINE, USA — Coastal communities in southern Maine are warning beachgoers to stay alert after a rise in jellyfish sightings, including the presence of large lion …

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, …