Today is Tuesday. Temperatures will be in the low to high 50s from north to south, with mostly cloudy and partly sunny skies across the state. See what the weather for the rest of the day will be here.
Here’s what we’re talking about in Maine today.
Critics say Maine keeps missing the point about nation-leading child abuse rates
Maine officials cite a broader definition of “maltreatment,” which they say accounts for higher-than-average rates here. Advocates say that’s not helping.
Why Maine’s housing crisis could get even worse for seniors
Twelve percent of Maine adults have a mobility disability, but developers rarely build more than 5 percent of their units as accessible.
Bangor permitted 60-unit subdivision in error, court finds
Neighbors have objected to the project, arguing it would increase traffic, dilute water pressure and lessen access to outdoor space.
Old Town sues owner of loud rooster
The rooster starts his crowing every day around 4 a.m., from his cage in a driveway in the middle of the city.
Husson University president will retire in December 2024
Robert Clark, 70, is currently the longest-serving president of any four-year college and university in Maine.
Rockland doctor killed by falling mast remembered for her ‘zest for life’
Outside work, Emily Mecklenburg took plein air painting classes, learned how to surf, enrolled in wilderness survival training courses and was taking Spanish classes.
PLUS: The U.S. Coast Guard has opened a formal inquiry into Mecklenburg’s Oct. 9 death.
Maine town closed for 3 months reopens with new officials
It marks a major shift since mid-July, when residents voted down a spending article and shut the plantation down, demanding an election.
Pulp mill workers in Baileyville strike over proposed ‘philosophical shift’
A major point of contention is the mill’s interest in creating a new job classification that would have workers do a wider variety of tasks.
Lack of data a recurring theme at Wolfden mine hearing
Monday’s testimony and cross-examination focused on the company’s financial stability, competency, and the composition of the mine.
Brewer football gets emotional win for teammate who died in Acadia
It was homecoming and senior night, honoring the class of 2024, including the late Bryce Basso.
Hermon extends streak, Dexter upsets Bucksport and more Week 7 football highlights
The drama of high school football is unfolding at the perfect time, with the first playoff games coming Friday night.
UMaine football needs more consistency to string together wins
Despite an impressive come-from-behind win last Saturday, UMaine is now 2-5 overall, 1-3 in the Coastal Athletic Association.
UMaine men’s hockey gives us a lot to like in season-opening series
The Black Bears now face a grueling schedule with four straight series against ranked opponents.
Do you think you’ve seen a wolf or a mountain lion in Maine?
Do you think you’ve seen a wolf in Maine? And, even more controversially, do you think you’ve seen a mountain lion?
A thrilling hunt for birds just outside of Portland
The pheasant hunt is an annual tradition, a time to get together with friends and to give our trained bird dogs a chance at success.
In other Maine news …
What has to happen for Jared Golden to help pick the next House speaker
Maine’s PFAS law draws objections from businesses around the world
2 men charged with drug trafficking after alleged Hammond Street burglary
Portland man dies in Westfield UTV crash
Woman killed when she crashed into Franklin County brook
Portland man dies in Westfield UTV crash
Critics of proposed Aroostook power line rally in Augusta
Infant death under investigation in Lewiston
Auburn haunted house stirs controversy over perceived violence against women
Coffee By Design is temporarily closing its Congress Street cafe in Portland
Blue crabs are showing up more often in the warming Gulf of Maine
York County takes on substance use, housing and public safety staffing crises with $45M investment
