Deck checks and safety tips: Maine wardens ensure a safe Fourth of July

Maine authorities increase patrols for "Operation Dry Water" to ensure safe boating during the holiday weekend. BELGRADE, Maine — The long Fourth of July holiday weekend is one of the busiest times on Maine's lakes and waterways, so extra law …

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Central Maine 4th of July Celebration in Clinton

CLINTON, Maine (WABI) - The town of Clinton was one of many communities throughout the state celebrating the day. Beginning with a parade through the town, those in the community moved to the Clinton Fairgrounds for the Central Maine 4th of July …

Susan Collins makes 1st Maine appearance after opposing Trump’s megabill

Sen. Susan Collins would have needed several changes to be made to President Donald Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act, including boosting assistance for rural hospitals, before she would have voted to approve it, she said on Friday after marching in the …

Getting hot in Maine again; Heat advisory issued

While things have cooled down for the Fourth of July with a break from the humidity, it will come back strong late this weekend. A heat advisory is in effect from 11 a.m. Sunday until 8 p.m. Monday for parts of southwest and western Maine, along with …

It’s the 4th! Your Fireworks Guide For Tonight Across Maine

The 4th of July is back, and everyone in Maine is ready to enjoy the celebration! With a decent forecast across the state and a 3-day weekend here, we are all ready to be with friends and family, have a day of sun, BBQ, and games, then head out and enjoy a …

Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ is bad news for Maine clean energy

Editor’s Note: The following first appeared in The Maine Monitor’s free environmental newsletter, Climate Monitor, that is delivered to inboxes every Friday morning. Sign up for the free newsletter to stay informed of Maine environmental news. On Tuesday …

Maine Adventures: out on Casco Bay and Fortland with Portland Explorer tours

PORTLAND (WGME)--- Meteorologist Christian Bridges is back again with another Maine adventure. This week, he takes us out on Casco Bay to Fortland on House Island, courtesy of Portland Explorer tour company. Eric Pray, owner of Portland Explorer came on to …

Small airline with service in Maine under fire for entering contract with ICE

Avelo recently started offering nonstop flights from Portland to New Haven, Connecticut, making the airline eligible for PWM incentives. Avelo Airlines recently launched service out of the Portland International Jetport and receives incentives from the …

Fourth of July: Check out these celebrations across Maine

Towns across the state will celebrate Independence Day with parades, concerts, craft fairs, road races, fireworks, and more. MAINE, USA — Mainers, check out this list of Fourth of July celebrations across the state for 2025, including festivals and family- …