Maine Exports Increase Amid Trade Disputes

Data shows Maine shipped $2.8 billion worth of goods last year, but international trade disputes have experts wondering “what could have been.”

Maine Tourism Industry Not Sold on Summer Gas Tax

A Maine lawmaker is floating a proposal to hike the state’s gas tax by 23 percent in the summer and early fall, but members of the state’s tourism industry say it’s a bad idea.

Officials Extend Investigation Into Power Outages

An investigation into a series of power outages in Maine has been extended into the summer.

Man Charged in Swanville Shooting Death

A Maine man is charged in a shooting death that happened in Swanville on Friday morning.

Drunk Driver Charged in Chain-Reaction Crash

A 3-vehicle crash in York on Wednesday was caused by a drunk driver, according to police.

Democrat Wins Seat Left Vacant by Lawmaker

A Democrat will serve in a seat left vacant by a former lawmaker who’s now the state’s attorney general.

Lawmakers Discuss Bill to Create Substance Abuse Cabinet

Maine lawmakers are discussing a bill that aims to help the state communicate better on fighting the ongoing opioid epidemic.

Committee Approves Higher Minimum Teacher Pay in Maine

A Maine legislative committee has approved a proposal to provide a minimum salary to the state’s teachers with a party-line vote.

Case Resolved for Brothers Who Caused Border Disruption

The Canadian government has resolved a case against two brothers who caused a border disruption while attempting to cross into the U.S. with 21 jugs of gasoline.

Governor Signs $7.5 Million Spending Plan

Maine Gov. Janet Mills has signed her $7.5 million spending package to pay the state’s bills and repeal limits for Medicaid-funded addiction treatment.