This afternoon Governor Janet T. Mills (D-ME) announced the creation of the Maine Life Sciences Center, a new initiative of the Maine Technology Institute (MTI),  designed to attract investment and foster innovation in life sciences, one of Maine’s fastest-growing economic … Continue reading →

The University of Maine System (UMS) Trustees recently approved six new online degree programs that will grow the Maine workforce and access to affordable, high-quality degree programs and career advancement in high-demand fields, including early childhood education, human services, medical … Continue reading →

“What is the purpose of the United Nations?” President Trump chided a meeting of its General Assembly yesterday at its headquarters in New York City  during his disjointed Hour of Sour on a wide range of topics. The President complained … Continue reading →

You are invited to attend an initial Working Group to Facilitate Pubic Access and Resilience Planning for Swan Island Wildlife Management area in Richmond.  The meeting takes place on Monday, October 6, 2025 from 2:30 – 5:00 pm at Maine … Continue reading →

Governor Janet T. Mills (D) this morning announced the official launch of the Maine Department of Energy Resources (DOER), a new cabinet-level department to lead State energy policy, programs and planning in support of more affordable and reliable energy for … Continue reading →

Nicole Niehoff, 45, and Jake Millett, 40, both of Portand, are believed to be the two individuals who perished in the fire at 43 St. Lawrence Street on Sunday, September 21, 2025 according to a press release issued by Shannon … Continue reading →

Family planning care providers in Maine this week are celebrating state-level funding bills taking effect against a backdrop of the most extreme attacks targeting sexual and reproductive health care in moden history.  This year alone, the Trump administration and a … Continue reading →

You are encouraged to attend a NO KINGS Rally on Saturday, October 18, starting at 11:00 am in South Portand.  The event takes place at 624 Broadway Erskine Park on Broadway next to Dunkin Donuts, In America, we don’t put … Continue reading →

The Maine Semiquincentennial Commission, chaired by Secretary of State Shenna Bellows, announced this morning the launch of a new grant program to support communities, organizations and institutions in commemorating the 250th anniverary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. … Continue reading →

On September 22, 2025, at approximately 1:11 pm., a message referencing a bomb was discovered on the wall of a Portand High Schol bathroom.  Portland Police responded immediately and the buiding was thoroughly searched with the assistance of explosive-detection dogs … Continue reading →