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Fresh A committee of the Maine Legislature has approved a proposal designed to provide better access to information about pesticides on school grounds. 34 mins ago in Local Fresh Governor Janet Mills has unveiled the second part of her budget proposal, which she says would cover more than half the costs for local schools to operate. 1 hour ago in Local Fresh The 2021 Maine Lobster Festival is a no-go and now another festival celebrating a Maine staple has...

Local singer-songwriter Kevin Connolly is hitting the road this spring and summer, playing private outdoor shows from his van.

Ogunquit Playhouse offering a summer full of youth programming Share Ogunquit Playhouse Arts Academy is thrilled to be offering a full slate of on-site youth programming this summer for ages 8-18. Our camp experiences sell out every year, drawing students from all over New England, and create lasting memories for campers and staff alike. Brought to life by a team of professional teaching artists, these unique education programs will guide students through the creation process of a show, develop...

5 Unforgettable Regional Road Trips You Have to Try This Summer Katie James Watkinson © Provided by Real Simple Getty Images Whats a person to do after months of staying at home, with only the option to fantasize about traveling and exploring new places? Easy question: Take an epic road trip. Here, were mapping out five exceptionally fun and beautiful routes throughout the U.S. that showcase the best of each unique region. Roll through Texas for three full days of museums, ba...

Just three months ago, Camden looked to be a pacesetter in what many see as the biggest challenge of our age: eliminating greenhouse gas emissions and adapting to the climate changes that are coming regardless. In January, enthusiastic town...

Are you ever too old to play in the sand? New England mans art wows beachgoers Sebastian Privitera says creating sand art is his therapy. He hit Ogunquit Beach in early May to teach others tips and tricks of his hobby. Author: Beth McEvoy (NEWS CENTER Maine) Published: 2:26 PM EDT May 5, 2021 Updated: 3:08 PM EDT May 5, 2021 OGUNQUIT, Maine — The imprints of dogs, seagulls, kids, and adults on beaches get washed away twice a day as the tide crea...

1. Clock has already started. Buttricks term as interim town manager began on Saturday, May 1, according to his contract. But he hasnt fully taken the reins just yet. He said he will work alongside Finnigan for a couple of weeks more before she hands her responsibilities to him. Select Board Chair Heath Ouellette has said the official handoff of town manager duties is planned for Saturday, May 15 at 4 p.m. Buttricks term will last until April 30, 2022, unless a permanent town manager is hired...

Briefs Virtual Trail Trek accepting registrations Great Works Regional Land Trust  is accepting registrations for its Virtual Trail Trek fundraiser in June, held in conjunction with the celebration of National Trails Day. The Virtual Trail Trek 5k/10k/13-mile outing will be held at GWRLT preserves from June 4-13, featuring more than 18 public preserves and nearly 30 miles of trails, to provide an opportunity to explore the space while raising money to maintain the land. The entry fee is $35 pe...

Live Music Lineup: Two singer-songwriters and a vocal legend See Gordon Thomas Ward and Don Campbell Band live, and stream a show from Dionne Warwick. The in-person SoundCheck series continues in Camden with a performance by Winter Harbor-based singer-songwriter Gordon Thomas Ward. He’s proficient on the six-, eight- and 12-string guitars, and his latest album is last year’s “Eiderdown,” home to songs like “The Ballad of Joseph Taylor” and “Just For You.” If you’d rather stic...

Staff & AP report KENNEBUNKPORT, Maine — A service was held Saturday for a 50-year-old secret service agent who died while training during his shift at the Bush family compound at Walkers Point in Kennebunkport.  Keith Mills, a Secret Service officer who protected the late President George H.W. Bush and former President George W. Bush, died Sunday, April 25, during training, said his brother Todd Mills of Gorham. An autopsy has been conducted, but the cause of death was not released. Mills ...