A Maine Monitor analysis found that many communities are putting money toward police programs and services, despite advocates ...

The measures coincide with growing concerns from lake groups and environmentalists about the threat of climate change and ...

A union representative at Downeast Community Hospital said higher wages and patient safety are the main stumbling blocks.

An analysis of 39 localities receiving settlement funds in Maine finds that many have yet to decide who will make spending ...

Experts say Maine must evaluate housing, transportation, local planning and climate resilience from a sustainable growth ...

In the May 2024 episode of The Maine Monitor Radio Hour, members of the newsroom discuss public safety, climate change and health care.

As a nonprofit news organization, we rely on donations from readers like you. We don’t charge a subscription fee and we don’t have a paywall. We deliver fearless, nonpartisan journalism that ensures ...

Naomi Schalit is co-founder of the Maine Center for Public Interest Reporting, which operates The Maine Monitor, and former publisher and senior reporter. A graduate of Princeton University, Schalit ...

Do confidentiality rules protect children and their families, or shield government agencies from public scrutiny?

Schools across Maine are struggling with a shortage of personnel. Some districts say they’ve nearly had to close at times.

Town leaders in Bucksport were pleased with the state's decision to reject a landfill closure extension request.