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

Visiting hawk draws paparazzi in Portland

Portland loses federal grant over its support of non-citizens

The Trailer Park Boys will bring their Christmas show to Portland