New England Farms Could See New Climate Adaptation Tools

Researchers in New England are working on a project to develop tools for small- and mid-sized farms in the region to address productivity problems related to climate change.

University Launches North Atlantic Center to Grow Economy

A public university in Maine is launching a new institute to try to create new partnerships between the state and countries in the North Atlantic.

Windstorm Knocks Out Electricity To 70k In Maine

About 70,000 Maine residents are without electricity after a storm that saw wind gusts of between 50 and 60 miles per hour blow trees and limbs onto power lines across much of the state.

Rule change for shuttered shrimp fishery could be coming

Fishery managers are seeking feedback on potential changes to New England’s long-shuttered shrimp fishery if it ever reopens.

Good Samaritans pull woman from burning vehicle in Bangor

Police said two Good Samaritans pulled a woman from a burning vehicle in Bangor Thursday night.

STEM Expo Draws Hundreds of Students

Technology and science were on full display Friday at the STEM expo.

Heating Fuel Prices Begin To Level Off In Maine

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) — The price of heating oil is holding steady in Maine at a rate that is higher than it was a year ago.

Police: Man Threatened Ex-Wife With Large Knife in Attack

A Maine man accused of threatening his ex-wife with a knife at her apartment has been charged.

Students, Staff Hold Walkout Over Bullying

BIDDEFORD, Maine (AP) — Students and staff at a Maine middle school have staged a walkout in a protest against bullying.

Democrats Continue Advantage In Absentee Ballots In Maine

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Democrats continue to outpace Republicans in absentee ballots cast in Maine’s election, pointing to a possible Democratic advantage in this election compared to four years ago.