MIDCOAST—It's a book crawl...on wheels!
On Saturday, August 2, at 9 a.m. in Augusta, 10 women—some who knew one another—some who didn't—…
Commerce
The Belle of Belgrade bus takes guests on themed rides all over the state
State regulators have approved York Hospital’s plan to join MaineHealth, clearing the way for the organizations to begin working together,…
the park will be closed for public use during the construction period
Construction will begin on the City’s Middle Pier and Buoy Park Redevelopment Project during the week of August 17, 2026.
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open to ALL jobseekers
The 2026 campaign kicks off Thursday, August 20, at the Augusta National Guard Armory, and will be followed by monthly in-person hiring events throughout the state.…
Magee to be presented 'Living Legend Award'
CUSHING — Alan Magee, distinguished artist, illustrator and a longtime resident of Cushing, will present "Stories from Five Decades" in an Arts In The Barn event, Wednesday, Aug. 12,…
More than 600 students will get the no-cost training
Maine’s community colleges received a $5 million federal grant on August 5 to provide specialized short-term training that prepares students for…
Bob Montgomery-Rice to Retire Following More Than Two Decades of Service to the Bank
Bangor Savings Bank and its Board of Directors has selected the Bank's next President and Chief Executive Officer. Yolanda "Lannie" Moffatt will succeed Bob…
ReVision Energy, a employee-owned solar company founded in 2003, has been recognized as the No. 1 solar contractor in Maine and New Hampshire on …
'our connection to the next generation of engineers, scientists and skilled professionals'
ORONO, Maine — A new partnership with Portsmouth Naval Shipyard will expand hands-on workforce training and defense-related research opportunities for…
explore future tenancy and partnership opportunities at the former Walker Elementary School
LIBERTY — The Town of Liberty’s Walker School Repurposing Committee has launched a regional tenant search and Tenant Interest Survey for the Liberty community center, a major step in transforming…
Despite recruitment efforts, Lincoln Hospital has not been able to establish the stable physician and clinical staffing needed
DAMARISCOTTA — In an Aug. 6 news release, MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital said it will move forward with a new regional model for…
BANGOR — The Maine Departmentof Transportation will be implementing a nighttime closure of Broadway under the I-95 bridge in Bangor on August 13, between…
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) has released its…
online survey option available
On Wednesday, August 19, the City of Rockland will host a Safe Routes to South School Community Workshop. The workshop will take place from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the…
initial emphasis on organizations providing food access to communities experiencing high rates of food insecurity
Volunteer Maine, the Maine Commission for Community Service, has received a three-year grant with an annual award amount of $308,…
ORONO, Maine — Maine’s largest education and research enterprise has welcomed four new members to its governing board.
Christopher…
expanded stipends, opportunities, clarity
The Maine Department of Labor has updated the Competitive Skills Scholarship Program (CSSP) rules to implement recent statutory changes, expand participant supports,…
NORTH HAVEN — A passenger on the schooner Heritage was removed from the vessel by law enforcement this morning, Wednesday, Aug. 5, in Pulpit Harbor. Due to…
Hancock County volunteer from Lamoine, Lori Jordan, has been announced as the Girl Scouts of Maine (GSME) Volunteer of the Month of August.…
This week the Maine Gun Safety Coalition is partnering with local law enforcement to host free lockbox giveaways as part of National Night Out events across the…
Beginning Tuesday, August 4, at 10 p.m., "there will be NO PARKING at Harbor Park due to setup for the Maine Boat & Home Show," said the City of Rockland, in a…
BANGOR/HAMPDEN — The Maine Department of Transportation (MaineDOT) will be closing the on-ramp from northbound Route 202 to westbound I-395 on August 12, from 9 a.m. to 3…
significant statewide contributions
Nominations for the 37th …
Ballots will be mailed beginning 30 days before the Election
Maine voters may now request absentee ballots for the November 3, 2026 General Election, according to the…
feedback from public meetings will be submitted to the Legislature
On July 29, 2026, the Maine Office of Community Affairs (MOCA) officially undertook the responsibility of regulating manufactured housing in the state…
including Route 1 from Cooks Corner, Brunswick, to Viaduct in Bath
From August 3 to August 27, the Maine Department of Transportation (MaineDOT) will conduct night work between 7 p.m. and 6 a.m. for striping operations. The roadwork will be done…
SOUTH PORTLAND — From August 9 to August 11, the Maine Department of Transportation (MaineDOT) will close Route 1 between Billy Vachon Avenue and the I-295 southbound on…
BELFAST — MaineHealth Waldo Hospital has received the American Heart Association’s …
existing and new pieces welcome; loan or donate in perpetuity
One of Maine’s oldest food cooperatives, the Belfast Community Co-op, has reached fifty years serving the communities of the Midcoast and beyond. The downtown…
The Maine Department of Transportation (MaineDOT) is currently pursuing applications for its Industrial Rail Access Program (IRAP). IRAP is a Public/Private freight partnership program…
a comprehensive search has begun for the next Executive Director
ROCKLAND — AIO Food & Energy Assistance Executive Director Alan Kearl will retire from his position following years of dedicated leadership and…
The intricate art of creating a balanced cup of excellent coffee
ROCKPORT—With little fanfare and no grand opening, Kiri coffeehouse opened on the corner of routes 1 and 90 in Rockport on June 6, two weeks before its sign appeared on the lawn at the busy…
through the lens of the ever-changing Stevens Bridge
The Maine Department of Transportation (MaineDOT) has released the documentary Connecting Blue Hill Through History: The Stevens Bridge, a 30-minute…
ROCKPORT — Children's House Montessori School (CHMS) has signed an Option Agreement to purchase 3 Cross Street in Rockport, "marking an exciting new chapter for…
Enrollment open for toddler and 3-year-old classrooms, daily child care available
The Penobscot Bay YMCA, in partnership with RSU 13, is relocating its Rockland Harbor child care program to a new home within the South School building in…
BELFAST — MaineHealth Waldo Hospital welcomes Ashlee Roy, PA-C, to its Primary Care and Walk-in Care Belfast practice.
Roy comes to Waldo…
dedication, leadership, and commitment
Eight exceptional educators from across the state are semifinalists for 2027 Maine Teacher of the Year. On Thursday, July 23, 2026, the Maine Department of Education…
Camden Hills Regional High School senior Madison Hannan was recently awarded a $1,000 scholarship from ConvenientMD as part…
New thrift store sells high-quality, 'gently used' clothing and home goods
ROCKPORT—Thriftworthy, a new store that opened June 24 at the corner of routes 90 and 17, is like a community Goodwill — only better.
"The entire impetus behind this initiative was to…
sponsoring Down East edition of 'Yellow Festival'
BLUE HILL — Camden National Bank has donated $7,000 to Finding Our Voices as lead sponsor of the Down East edition of their "Into the Light!" July Yellow Festival…
benefitting the 'Bridge to Care Fund'
MaineHealth Pen Bay and Waldo Hospitals have extended the registration deadline for their inaugural…
ROCKLAND — Beginning on Sunday, July 26, at 10 p.m., there will be NO PARKING at Harbor Park due to setup for the Maine Lobster Festival, according to a City of Rockland…
Main Street will be CLOSED at Rockland Street from Wednesday, July 22, at 7 p.m. to Thursday, July 23, at 9 a.m., for a water main replacement by Maine Water. …
Maine Department of Labor has announced its no-cost upcoming trainings for August 2026.
Upcoming classes:
Confined Space Entry:…
ROCKPORT — MaineHealth Pen Bay Hospital has received philanthropic gifts from Elinor Klivans and Ed and Mary Cady to support the purchase of…
now competing for two national honors in the 2026 Americas Transportation Awards
BALTIMORE, Maryland — The Maine Department of Transportation (MaineDOT) has earned regional honors from the Northeast Association of State Transportation Officials (NASTO…
OPINION
ORONO, Maine — People from nearly every step of the food chain — farmers, processors, restaurateurs and consumers — can help stop the spread of the parasite that has …
At the Rockland Rotary Club's annual Change of Command Banquet on June 25, outgoing President Carol Worcester presented Ferolyn Curtis with the club's prestigious 2026 Rotarian of the Year award…
The Rockland Rotary Club honored John Ferraiolo as its 2026 Community Person of the Year during the club's annual Change of Command Banquet, held at the Rockland Elks Lodge. The Community…
On June 25, Rockland Rotary members gathered at the Rockland Elks Lodge for the club's annual Change of Command Banquet, celebrating the accomplishments of outgoing president Carol Worcester and…
