Ashley Furniture Set to Return to South Portland in Early 2026

After nearly 20 years away, Ashley furniture is returning to the area with a brand-new store and outlet at Jetport Plaza. The massive 44,900-square-foot space is set to open in the first half of 2026, bringing about 45 new jobs to our community.

‘Naked and Afraid’ contestant sues Kennebec County, alleging privacy breach, stalking

The Falmouth woman, a former county employee, claims the county’s former EMA director downloaded uncensored nude images of her taken during the show and that fellow employees retaliated against her for blowing the whistle.

Tragic New Year’s Morning Fire in Manchester Leaves One Dead, Eight Hospitalized

New Hampshire State Fire Marshal Sean Toomey said officials have sent several others to hospitals and the fire displaced at least 10 families early Wednesday

Alabama man pleads not guilty to bomb threats at Bangor International Airport

24-year-old Robert Wicks allegedly sent a total of 107 messages to 2 American Airlines employees at the airport this past February, with some containing bomb threats.

Renys Permanently Closes Portland Location a Day Early

Renys thanked customers for their support during 15 years at the Congress Street location.

Maine Mariners Resume Play After Short Players’ Strike Ends

The strike was relatively short, with the Mariners postponing only three games

K9 Track Leads to Major Drug Bust and Two Arrests in Fort Fairfield

A reported truck burglary in Fort Fairfield led to a significant drug and weapons seizure this week

Four Hospitalized After Serious Rollover Crash in Buxton

A serious accident in Buxton has left four people injured, one critically, after a vehicle flipped on Haines Meadow Road Monday afternoon.

From Caribou to the Cosmos: Maine’s Jessica Meir Named Commander of Upcoming Space Station Mission

Maine is heading back to the stars! NASA has announced that Caribou’s own Jessica Meir will lead the next mission to the International Space Station

Maine’s Expanded PFAS Ban Takes Effect Jan. 1: What You Need to Know About the New Limits on ‘Forever Chemicals’

Starting January 1, Maine is taking a major step in the fight against “forever chemicals.” Chemicals known as PFAS will be officially banned from a wide range of everyday consumer products.