Legislative committee rejects bill to allow local sales taxes

The measure to allow municipalities to collect a 1% sales tax is supported by the mayors of some of Maine's largest cities, but it faces an uncertain fate as it heads to the full Legislature for a vote.

Weapons collected in 9 communities’ ‘gun give back’ will end up as gardening tools

The Guns to Garden Tools program on May 11 will allow residents to safely dispose of unwanted firearms at local police departments.

Portland police dog tracks domestic violence suspect

George McQuillar, 64, is arrested at his home on Pearl Street.

Lawmakers consider bills to reinstate asylum seekers’ access to welfare benefits

Welfare reforms pushed by former Gov. Paul LePage and the Republican-controlled Legislature eight years ago eliminated access to some assistance programs for non-citizens.

Tenants, landlords divided over bills aimed at Maine’s rental markets

One bill would increase protections for renters, while another would prohibit municipalities from adopting local rental rules.

Mercy Hospital opened 100 years ago during deadly flu epidemic

Maine photographer wins $10K international prize

Housing developers among those hoping to transform Mercy Hospital building

Portland building owner says #metoo flag might stay until Susan Collins leaves office

Christmas Concert with the Kotzschmar Organ coming to Merrill