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A local news outlet based in Portland, Maine, covering regional news including politics, crime, weather, and community events.
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- Get to know the candidates for Maine's CD2 in the primary electionMaine's 2nd Congressional District will hold a primary election on June 9, 2026, with four Democratic candidates and one Republican candidate competing for the seat. The district is the largest by area east of the Mississippi River.
- Westbrook police say missing woman has been found safeWestbrook police confirmed that Gabrielle Lodge, a 31-year-old woman reported missing by her family, has been found safe. The police had previously asked for public assistance in locating her.
- Maine candidates make final campaign push before primary electionsMaine candidates for governor and congressional positions are making final campaign efforts before the June 9 primary elections, participating in events like the Hallowell pride parade and gun safety discussions.
- Westbrook police seek public's help finding missing womanWestbrook police are seeking public assistance to find Gabrielle Lodge, a 31-year-old African American woman who is 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighs approximately 195 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes, who has recently shaved her head. Authorities have not provided further details about her disappearance.
- Get to know the candidates for Maine's CD1 in the primary electionThe article introduces the candidates for Maine's 1st Congressional District in the 2026 primary election, highlighting the Democratic incumbent Chellie Pingree and her Republican challengers Joshua James Pietrowicz and Ron Russell, as well as the focus on issues like mental health, LGBTQ rights, and everyday concerns during the campaign.
- 13th annual Berwick Car Show helps support veterans, familiesThe 13th annual Berwick Car Show, running until 2 p.m. Sunday, supports veterans and their families in Maine through proceeds from the event.
- 13th annual Berwick Car Show helps support veterans, familiesThe 13th annual Berwick Car Show, running until 2 p.m. Sunday, supports veterans and their families in Maine through proceeds from the event.
- Maine's Total Coverage wins Emmy for best morning newscastMaine's Total Coverage won a New England Regional Emmy Award for best morning newscast in the smaller markets category for a February edition.
- 'The character issue is real for Maine': Political experts discuss Platner 'sexting' controversyPolitical experts on a Maine podcast discuss the 'sexting' controversy involving Senate candidate Graham Platner, as his wife raised concerns about his sexual text messages with multiple women, potentially affecting his campaign.
- Get to know the candidates for US Senate in Maine's primary electionMaine's 2026 primary election features U.S. Senate candidates, with Senator Susan Collins seeking her sixth term as the sole Republican candidate and three Democrats qualifying for the primary, though Janet Mills suspended her campaign due to financial issues.
- Get to know the candidates for Maine governor in the primary electionMaine governor candidates are actively campaigning ahead of the 2026 primary election, with several focusing on issues like mental health, working-class concerns, and LGBTQ+ rights. The primary will narrow down a dozen candidates to a smaller field.
- Maine candidates make final campaign push before primary electionsMaine candidates for governor and congressional positions are making final campaign efforts before the June 9 primary elections, focusing on issues like mental health, gun safety, and LGBTQ+ rights, with events including a pride parade and community outreach.
- Maine's Total Coverage wins Emmy for best morning newscastMaine's Total Coverage won a New England Regional Emmy Award for best morning newscast in the Smaller Markets category for a February edition.
- Westbrook residents celebrate 45th annual 'Together Days'Westbrook residents celebrated the 45th annual 'Together Days' with a parade, festival, and fireworks.
- Portland woman honored for dedication to local cemetery, helping Girl ScoutsMarianne Chapman, a lifelong Girl Scout, has dedicated 50 years to mentoring girls and preserving the Grand Trunk Cemetery in Portland. She was honored with the Juliette Low Spirit Award for her service.