Panelist: Outdoor recreation industry must do more to get people outside

Outdoor recreation makes up 4.8% of Maine’s economy, more than double the national average, and the state ranks third for the value outdoor recreation provides the state’s economy.

Proposed Freeport development includes 144 units, clubhouse

The Beacon Residences could receive final approval as early as next month.

Freeport firefighters free man stuck in mud

Firefighters use ladders and straps to free a land surveyor who was waist-high in mud just off Interstate 295 Southbound exit 22 in Freeport on Sunday.

Former House of Bacon owners to open magic-themed restaurant in Freeport

Joseph Richards and Marcus Verrill had to scramble to find a spot for their Harry Potter meets Hocus Pocus meets Practical Magic-themed musical dinner theater restaurant after Pownal town officials denied them a permit.

Freeport Flag Ladies make their last stand, 18 years after terrorist attacks

The women have waved the flag next to Freeport's Main Street each week for 18 years, but will retire after Wednesday.

Maine gets $61 million to replace 8 bridges, half of them on Interstate 295

The 2 federal grants also will help fund construction of spans in Franklin County and Madawaska.

Making it in professional golf is a rough shot

For talented golfers like Jack Wyman, trying to climb the ladder toward the PGA Tour is a costly and often humbling venture.

Catch David Young & The Interstate Kings live at two locations Aug. 10

Artwork of Arthur Schaefer on display at Freeport library through August

Schaefer paints both en plein air and in his Freeport studio — his satisfying impressionistic alla prima style is most evident in Maine farm landscapes that feature an expansive capture of light and vista on relatively small canvas.

State hammering out details of mandatory paid time off

The Department of Labor is giving plenty of lead time to employers nervous about a law that goes into effect in 2021.