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Jessie Gladdek/Jessie GladdekThe state money, plus $250,000 from a foundation, aims to boost food pantries and other programs as 170,000 Maine residents face the loss of SNAP or food stamp benefits. -
Joseph Eaton, 36, died Tuesday at approximately 5:19 a.m., but the cause has not been released.
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Operators of the Juniper Ridge Landfill in Old Town are moving forward with plans to treat the landfill leachate for PFAS, but advocates say its not a justification for expanding the facility. -
The attorneys general say the U.S. Department of Agriculture has access to billions of dollars in contingency funds and can use them pay for the November benefits. -
The report from the nonpartisan Migration Policy Institute looks at Maine as a case study for what integration looks like for a relatively small immigrant community. -
Federal food assistance for nearly 170,000 Mainers is likely to halt next week due to the government shutdown. Some local businesses are stepping in to provide free food and supplies to fill the gap. -
The recall cites Yani Cannabis adult-use vape cartridges in the Watermelon Chimera strain. -
Brunswick police say the driver initially left the scene but returned and was arrested.
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The development, called Wilbur's Woods, is supported by an almost $20 million investment from the Governor's Affordable Homeownership Program. -
Maine voters will cast ballots on two statewide referendum questions as well as local races during the off-year election. -
Immigration lawyers and one District Attorney say victims and witnesses are afraid that engaging with the criminal justice system could put them at risk. -
Greenville voters will consider whether to allow the town to seek a $1 million bond for a community recreation center that will include public preschool classrooms and a private day care.
