Health care and job training among targets for $20.5M in federal grants in Maine

Health care, job training, business startups, tourism and municipal infrastructure are among the improvement projects across Maine that will receive a total of $20,588,173 in federal funds. The money comes from the Northern Border Regional Commission’s …

PrizePicks Secures Licenses in Puerto Rico and Maine

PrizePicks, the largest daily fantasy sports (DFS) operator in North America, announced Thursday it has received gaming licenses in Puerto Rico and Maine, marking a significant regulatory milestone in its national expansion. With the approvals, PrizePicks …

Maine Wild Blueberry Weekend set for Aug. 2 and 3

DRESDEN, Maine — Wild blueberry farmers across Maine are gearing up for the fifth annual Wild Blueberry Weekend, set for Aug. 2 and 3. After a slow start to the season, the berries recently popped and are ready for harvesting, said Ashley Field, co-owner …

Maine DOE Update – July 25, 2025

From the Maine Department of Education News & Updates Maine DOE, Educate Maine Announce 2026 Maine Teacher of the Year Semifinalists Eight exceptional Maine educators are state semifinalists for 2026 Maine Teacher of the Year. As members of the 2025 …

Leaping sturgeon put on a show for nature lovers on Maine rivers

The Kennebec River in Maine's capital city of Augusta is known for its population of Atlantic and shortnose sturgeon. AUGUSTA, Maine — The Kennebec River in Maine's capital city of Augusta is known for its population of Atlantic and shortnose …

PETA sues Maine Lobster Festival over steaming live lobsters

ROCKLAND, Maine — People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) filed a lawsuit Thursday in Knox County Superior Court against the Maine Lobster Festival and the City of Rockland over steaming thousands of lobsters alive at the event, according to a …

Top State Maine Residents Keep Moving To Shouldn't Be a Surprise

For many people born in Maine, there's only other place they dream of calling home. There's just something about the Pine Tree State that makes you believe there's no where else you'd rather be. For others however, the long winters, short …

Enter to Win Tickets to See The Black Crowes in Bangor, Maine

If you love gritty southern rock with a bluesy punch, you’ve definitely crossed paths with The Black Crowes. Hailing from Georgia, this legendary band has been delivering raw, energetic rock and roll since the late 1980s, and they’ve got the swagger and …

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‘Saved By The Bell’ Star Spotted in Kennebunkport, Maine

For several summers in a row, Maine has been a popular destination for a handful of celebrities to take a break from their busy lives and relax a little. One of the most popular spots for celebrity tourists to land is Kennebunkport, Maine. The charming …