Nine housing projects in Maine receive federal aid

The $15.3 million in grants and loans are earmarked for affordable housing.

Bishop Deeley honors Christmas card contest winners and families

From Angola to Portland, a migrant family’s treacherous journey to freedom

Fleeing violence back home, a father shepherds his family through a 13,100-mile trek into jungles and raging waters, bound for refuge in Maine.

Asylum seekers travel to Portland in droves, overwhelming city services

The city stands apart for the help offered to those fleeing persecution, but migrants' numbers have deluged shelters and attorney caseloads.

Heavy rains wash out dreams of a white Christmas

Flooding led to road closures in Portland Friday morning.

Main-Land Development Consultants recognized by Paul LePage for excellence award

The companies were selected for their high standards and commitment to their communities and employees.

Couple accused of sex trafficking of Chinese women due in Portland court

The couple are accused of using a messaging system in China to entice women to come to the U.S. on tourist visas.

Rock and Roll Playhouse bringing family concerts to Portland

Seeking answers, mother of Ayla Reynolds sues father of missing toddler

The girl disappeared seven years ago while in her father's care in Waterville, and is presumed dead. Her mother's lawyer says, ‘Justice will be finding out where Ayla was killed, how she was killed and why she was killed.’

Roofing company whose worker died from fall in Portland has history of safety violations

Purvis Home Improvements of Saco has been fined four times since 2012 for failure to follow fall-protection standards, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.