Local

6 hours ago in Local

Lockdown Called Off at Lake Region High School, Threat Deemed Hoax

The lockdown was reportedly lifted by 8:43 a.m. after investigators ruled out the threat as a hoax.

19 hours ago in Local

DOJ Investigating Maine for Housing Transgender Inmates in Women’s Prison

The DOJ says it'll investigate accusations that Maine has allowed a transgender inmate to remain housed with women.

20 hours ago in Local

West Bath Woman Arrested for Arson at Her Own Property

The suspect was taken to the Two Bridges Regional Jail.

Lifestyle

5 hours ago in Lifestyle

Having a conversation and creating best practices for your child’s social media use

In a pivotal moment that underscored how powerful and immersive social platforms can be for children and teens, a jury in California this week found both Meta and YouTube liable for mental health harms to kids using their services.

3 days ago in Lifestyle

Here’s how to recycle those old laptops, iPhones and earbuds lying around

Many consumers are guilty of filling drawers or closets with old laptops, cellphones, fitness trackers and other electronic devices once they are no longer needed. It's hard to know where to recycle those items, or it seems costly and inconvenient.

4 days ago in Lifestyle

As demand for GLP-1 pills and shots surges, healthy habits are still key

Whether they're using weekly shots or daily pills, more Americans than ever are turning to anti-obesity drugs to lose weight and boost health. About 1 in 8 U.S. adults say they are taking a GLP-1 drug, according to a recent survey by the health research group KFF.

What's Happening on POR

Ty Myers at Bowl in the Pines

101.9 WPOR welcomes Ty Myers in concert this summer! Ty Myers with Brent Cobb The Legal Tour 2026 Thursday June…

1019POR is Sending YOU to See Hank Williams Jr. in Gilford!

Hank Williams Jr. w/ Joe Nichols + John Foster Friday, July 31st BankNH Pavilion Listen to Ben every afternoon from…

WPOR PRESENTS: Hunter Hayes in Portland!

101.9 WPOR PRESENTS: Hunter Hayes The Evergreen Tour Saturday, April 4, 2026 Aura, Portland Tickets are on sale now –…

Swish-Out Childhood Cancer Challenge

Our friends at Town and Country Federal Credit Union have great news– the Swish-Out Childhood Cancer Challenge is back! The…

Download the app!

Take 101.9 WPOR with you wherever you go! Download load the new app today SEARCH “101.9 WPOR” in your app…

Now Playing

 

Local

6 hours ago in Local

Lockdown Called Off at Lake Region High School, Threat Deemed Hoax

The lockdown was reportedly lifted by 8:43 a.m. after investigators ruled out the threat as a hoax.

19 hours ago in Local

DOJ Investigating Maine for Housing Transgender Inmates in Women’s Prison

The DOJ says it'll investigate accusations that Maine has allowed a transgender inmate to remain housed with women.

20 hours ago in Local

West Bath Woman Arrested for Arson at Her Own Property

The suspect was taken to the Two Bridges Regional Jail.