New housing caps proposed in Scarborough to regulate growth

Town councilors say the building permit allotments allowed in the draft plan to revise the town's growth management ordinance may be too high.

Gorham woman revels in retirement as time to reach her peak

Solo adventuring, on the Camino de Santiago and Mount Everest, gives Marieta Atienza, 68, a recently retired nurse, a new lease on life.

Scarborough Planning Board gives green light to state’s first Costco

The Scarborough Planning Board approved site plan designs and various waivers that pave the way for the popular membership-only big box store to be built at The Downs.

Home births in Maine rise as patients seek control during pandemic

Home births in Maine jumped by 23% in 2020 according to CDC data, as patients avoided hospitals.

Yarmouth Clam Festival to make a comeback next summer

After being canceled for the past two years because of the pandemic, organizers expect a full return of the popular fundraising event in July.

Toll collector injured when car slams into booth, catches fire

Maine State Police say Ethan Chase of Durham was driving while intoxicated when he lost control of his car and crashed into the tollbooth early Thursday.

Maine Wildlife Park, visitors mourn death of Annie the moose

Visitors from across the country share their memories of 12-year-old Annie who died of natural causes last weekend.

Windham correctional center revamp moves closer to completion

State watching rabies attacks, new strain potential issue

A recent spree of attacks in Topsham points to a potential cluster of rabies, but not more rabies in the state, experts say.

‘Life-changing’ autism center for adults closes in on funding goal

The Maine Behavioral Healthcare center will provide crucial services to adults and to children under 5.