Storms Erase 28% of Southern Maine Dunes, Threatening Homes

Historic January 2024 storms obliterated more than a quarter of coastal dunes on four southern Maine beaches, exposing homes and roads to future battering. A groundbreaking University of New England study reveals limited natural recovery and the urgent need for restoration amid rising seas. As erosion accelerates at spots like Popham Beach, communities face tough choices to protect their shorelines.

May 12

Maine's $275M Budget Now Faces People's Veto Challenge

May 12

Maine Legislature Passes 3 GW Offshore Wind Mandate by 2040

May 12

9 Arrested in Maine Fentanyl Ring Spanning Waldo County

Federal authorities arrested nine men Tuesday for trafficking fentanyl, meth and cocaine from Massachusetts to Waldo County, Maine, seizing 10 kilograms of fentanyl and firearms. The operation allegedly distributed drugs across rural Maine before returning proceeds south. All defendants appeared in federal court in Bangor and Boston.

May 12

The Algorithmic Tightrope: Personalization vs. Conformity

Are algorithms curating our experiences to enrich our lives, or are they trapping us in echo chambers that stifle growth and divide us further? Let's explore the fine line between personalized convenience and homogenized thought.

May 12

The Contentious Case of Counterpoint: Is Structured Disagreement Really Divisive?

May 12

Is the Era of Nuance Over? Point, Counterpoint, and the Missing Middle Ground

May 12

Numbers All Around: Unlocking the Fibonacci Fun in Everyday Life

May 12

Sync or Sink: Streamlining Your Brand Across Social Platforms

May 12

The Curious Case of Competing Truths: Can We All Be Right At Once?

In an age defined by opposing viewpoints, Splurge Sullivan dives into the possibility that multiple “truths” can coexist, and the potential value of embracing this complexity.

May 12