Wells, Ogunquit and Kittery shut down public beaches

Beaches and parks will close indefinitely Wednesday to reduce the risk of the spread of coronavirus.

York closes beaches after crowds fuel virus concerns in coastal towns

Municipal officials say having so many people on southern Maine's beaches and trails defeats the purpose of social distancing and puts local residents at greater risk of contracting COVID-19.

Ogunquit Playhouse Youth Programs and Children’s Theater Camps expanded for 2020

Tony-winners to premiere new shows in 2020 season at Ogunquit Playhouse

88th season includes shows helmed by Jason Alexander and BD Wong

Ogunquit Playhouse honored with nine BroadwayWorld Awards

Children’s book about Santa’s reindeer lands Bates grad on bestseller list

In his 20th book, "Dasher," Matt Tavares of Ogunquit provides an origin story for Santa's famed sleigh-pulling team.

Lifeguard shortage makes summer staffing a challenge on southern Maine beaches

The state and several towns have increased starting pay to try to recruit more lifeguards for public beaches.

Judge temporarily stops recall targeting 3 Ogunquit Select Board members

The board had been scheduled to vote Tuesday to set a date for a recall election.

Ogunquit selectmen receive petitions but wait to schedule recall vote

The group Take Back Ogunquit has launched an effort to oust three of five board members after they upheld the town manager's termination of the fire chief.

Ogunquit residents file unusual challenge to Select Board recall effort

Supporters of board members who are facing recall votes say the recall petitions and some signatures are invalid.