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Justice Department Reaffirms Cuts to Maine Prisons

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi restated the stance while fielding questions during a news conference Tuesday.

Maine farmers head to Augusta to protest federal USDA cuts

A group of Maine farmers showed up at the State House on Wednesday to protest federal USDA cuts.

Maine man charged in wife’s murder deemed not competent to stand trial

A Belfast man accused of killing his wife and injuring his mother is not competent to stand trial.

Trump administration sues Maine over participation of transgender athletes in girls sports

WASHINGTON (AP and WGAN staff reporting) — The Trump administration announced a lawsuit Wednesday against Maine’s education department for not…

Defamation Lawsuit from Maine Lobster Groups Back on Hold

A pause on the case by a judge Tuesday, reversed his ruling in February.

Tax Group Rallies in Augusta Against Current Fed Policies

Mainers for Tax Fairness held a rally in Augusta Tuesday

Aroostook School District Aligning with Trump Admin on Title IX

The vote comes after mounting federal action against the state’s policy

Leeds man who served under Republican presidents announces run for governor

A former official who worked under three presidential administrations is the first Republican to announce a run for governor in Maine in 2026.

Investigation launched after woman is found dead in Hartland

The State Police Major Crimes Unit is investigating after a woman was found dead in Somerset County over the weekend.

Woman Reportedly Choked to Point She Passed Out Over Valentine’s Snub

The Midcoast Villager reports a victim told police she had protective order against Graham Deleo

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