Proposed Freeport development would add more than 500 homes to largely rural residential area

The development, still in the earliest planning stages, proposes 329 single-family houses, 60 apartment units in five buildings, 140 homes in 70 duplex buildings and eight commercial lots off Desert and Old County Road. The development would require a zoning change, which the planning board will be discussing next week.

Coronavirus outbreak at L.L. Bean order fulfillment center in Freeport

According to a company spokesperson, six people have tested positive for the virus.

Maine Voices: Young people can make a difference – if we vote

Turnout among 18- to 29-year-olds has been on the rise, but we still trail other groups. Let’s change that.

Freeport-area schools report fifth positive coronavirus case

The announcement comes just a few weeks before Superintendent Becky Foley is expected to announce whether the schools will return to full in-person instruction.

Commentary: COVID-19 is a dress rehearsal for climate change

This is a moment to learn some important lessons for the future.

Little movement as Freeport, owners remain at odds over Island Rover

The boat has been finished for at least two years, but neither party can agree on how to get it in the water.

Desert of Maine offering hands-on homeschool program around history, science of the site

Marketed as a tourist attraction for nearly 100 years, Mela Heestand, who bought the property with her husband Doug Heestand in December 2018, is hoping to showcase instead the wide educational opportunities in the “desert.” 

Online Farm to Easel Invitational Art Auction to begin Sept. 17

Photos: Freeport Flag Ladies come out of retirement for 9/11 ceremony on Friday

Farm to Easel Art Auction to support Wolfe’s Neck Center set

Online event fundraiser will support the center's farmer training programs and commitment to connecting the community to fresh, nutritious food year-round.