This is among the most remarkable paddles on Maine’s coast
Two Bush Island is the most distant island in the Muscle Ridge archipelago. Located about four miles from Spruce Head, it’s
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Harness racing beating odds, draws big crowds at Skowhegan State Fair
The races are a major feature of the Skowhegan State Fair, the country’s longest-operating agricultural fair. It runs through Aug.
Read moreBuxton swimming closed, East End and other beaches have bacteria warnings
Three other beaches, including Portland’s East End, have posted warnings but those beaches are not closed.Read More
Read moreLost hiker rescued from Blueberry Mountain
A lost hiker in Maine was found safely Saturday night. An out-of-state woman was hiking on Blueberry Mountain near Lovell
Read more20 stunning photos from iconic Acadia hiking trails
There’s no such thing as a bad view in Acadia National Park. With more than 120 miles of hiking trails
Read moreSailMaine Festival and Regatta returns to Portland
The event raises money for community sailing programs. Read More
Read moreRiverside Golf Course reopens after 4-day closure, but no carts allowed on soggy course
Recent heavy rain flooded the Presumpscot River, forcing the closure of the adjacent golf course from Tuesday to Friday. Workers
Read moreInjured hiker rescued from Falmouth trails
Officials said the response was complicated by flooding, slippery conditions and an overflowing stream.Read More
Read moreMaine’s annual Red Hot Dog Festival returns Saturday
Maine’s annual Red Hot Dog Festival will return to downtown Dexter on Saturday, Aug. 12 — and the day’s events
Read moreRiverside Golf Course closed for 4th consecutive day because of heavy rains
The busy Portland course was forced to close after heavy rain this week raised the level of the nearby Presumpscot
Read moreHallowell man who died kayaking remembered for his kindness, faith and love of the outdoors
Martin Spahn’s body was recovered Monday in New Brunswick after he was reported missing on Sunday.Read More
Read moreHiker hospitalized after rescue from Falmouth trail
A hiker was hospitalized after being rescued from a section of trail nearly 2 miles into the system at Blackstrap
Read moreWinslow Blueberry Festival returns this weekend for its 52nd year
Organizers say they expect to sell hundreds of blueberry pies and pancakes at the event on Saturday at the Winslow
Read moreWhy I am not afraid to hike alone in Maine
Just before sunrise, I entered the dense forest of Baxter State Park. My headlamp illuminated the trees, but before long, I
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