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Maine legislative committee gives approval to fund bills addressing abortion access, civil rights

The Maine Legislature’s Budget Committee met Tuesday as dozens of bills still face further action before they can go to the governor’s desk.

Portland man challenges conviction in shooting death of his partner

A Maine man who pleaded guilty to killing the mother of his three children is challenging his conviction.

Police ask for help finding missing juvenile from Morrill

Waldo County deputies are asking for help locating a missing 15-year-old.

Five Displaced After Fire at Waterville Residence

Five people have been displaced due to the fire and the Red Cross has been called to help those tenants.

Windham Unveils 700-Acre Conservation Area: Boost for Maine’s Outdoor Recreation Economy

The 700-acre protected land, complete with eight miles of trails, was unveiled to the public on Saturday.

Green Party Candidate Jill Stein Advocates for Environmental Protection and Universal Healthcare

Green Party presidential candidate Jill Stein was in Portland Saturday.

Accident During Kennebunk Parade Leaves Three Injured

Three people were injured, two with serious injuries, after an accident during a parade in Kennebunk on Saturday.

Over 200 demonstrate in downtown Portland for permanent ceasefire in Israeli-Hamas war

The event was peaceful, contrasting similar protests across the country recently that have led to more than 2,000 arrests on college campuses in the past few weeks. 

Maine gun seller says it will move to New Hampshire if state law requiring waiting period for gun purchases goes into effect

The Kittery Trading Post is threatening to leave the state in light of a 72-hour waiting period for gun purchases that was approved by Maine lawmakers.

State sides with Maine lobsterman over federal rules limiting catch sizes

Maine’s Department of Marine Resources is backing lobstermen who say increasing the minimum size of lobsters they can harvest will impact their livelihood.

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Police find missing teen after vehicle pursuit in Skowhegan

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Democrats are hoping to unseat Republican Susan Collins.

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