Maine is finally seeing more housing hitting the market after years of declining sales. The bad news: It's really expensive. 2024 was another record-breaking year for Maine home sale prices, with an annual median of $390,
The Trump administration has rolled back protections for sensitive areas like schools and churches, allowing immigration agents to make arrests in these locations.
This time five years ago, Portland was gearing up for a new winter festival modeled after Quebec City's famed Carnaval featuring parties, ice sculptures and outdoor sports, and the organizer was bullish on its prospects.
Set along the rocky coast of Maine is a quiet shoreside retreat that embodies the treasures of New England with fascinating history and beachy parks.
Maine's only Cracker Barrel location closes
Sunday will finally bring above freezing temps back to Maine. Highs will be in the low to mid 30s, and as a clipper system moves in a few snow showers will be possible in the afternoon, mainly in the mountains. Monday will be a touch cooler than Sunday, but many will still get above freezing with more clouds than sun.
In 2000, residents of the Portland area had to wait until January 16th for the first inch of snow marked as the latest first inch of snow on record. Also read: Maine to experience brief warm-up before arctic chill returns midweek Residents in 1945 hold the record for the latest last inch of snow,
The Maine Gun Safety Coalition says it collected more than 80,000 signatures for a bill that would allow family members to petition a judge to remove a loved one's guns if they're considered dangerous.
SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine — Cracker Barrel, known for its comforting Southern-style food and rustic atmosphere, has permanently closed its South Portland restaurant, the only location in Maine. The decision comes after the company struggled to recover from the pandemic’s impact, leaving approximately 60 employees without jobs.
New data compiled by Maine State Police show that there were 35 homicides in the state in 2024. The year before, state police recorded 53 homicides — the most on record — including the 18 people who died in the Lewiston mass shooting. There were 40 in 1989.
For three days only, a mysterious Edgar Allen Poe themed speakeasy will operate with signature drinks and storytelling in Portland, Maine
Nominees include Taj in South Portland and The Abbey in Brunswick, while 3 cooks are nominated in the Best Chef: Northeast category.