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Case of Ex-Priest Convicted of Altar Boy Abuse Back in Court

ALFRED, Maine (AP)   The case of a former Massachusetts priest who was convicted of sexually assaulting an altar boy in Maine years ago is due to return to court later this week

Trial Set for Maine Man Accused of Causing 2 Fiery Deaths

A trial is about to get underway this week for a man charged in the deaths of two homeless people found inside a burning truck in Bangor, Maine.

New Sludge Rules in Maine Amid Farm Contamination Concern

Maine officials say they will start using new controls of the use of sludge amid concerns from a dairy farm in the state about chemical contamination.

Anonymous Customer Leaves $2,000 Tip to Surprise of Waiters

An anonymous customer at a Maine restaurant seemingly approved of the eatery’s service, leaving a $2,000 tip on a $48 bill.

Northern Maine Utility Sold to Canadian Company

The owner of a Maine utility that serves many of the state’s rural and remote regions says it has reached an agreement to sell its interest in the power company to a Canadian firm.

Maine Town Putting Kibosh on Releasing Balloons Skyward

UNITY, Maine (AP)   A Maine town is asking people to keep a grip on their balloons

Maine Picks New Director to Lead Broadband Push

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   Maine has named a new executive director to lead efforts to expand broadband across the rural state

Maine Passes Tax Refund for Commercial Maple Syrup, Honey

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   Maine lawmakers are making sure that a sales tax refund and exemption includes the commercial production of maple syrup and honey

Fire destroys Bowdoinham home

A fire tore through a home in Bowdoinham Saturday afternoon leaving it completely destroyed, according to the Bowdoinham Fire Department.

Maine CDC looking for several people who handled rabid bat

The Maine Center for Disease control is trying to locate several people who handled a rabid bat with their bare hands last weekend in Bangor.

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Trump Shuts Down Offshore Wind in New England; Nova Scotia Eyes Opportunity

The administration’s freeze on U.S. ocean wind projects could set clean energy back a decade. Nova Scotia’s massive Wind West project hopes to fill the gap and even sell power to the U.S.

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Federal Policy Could Push Hundreds of Mainers Out of Long-Term Housing

HUD plans to cut funding for permanent supportive housing and shift to transitional programs, leaving vulnerable Mainers at risk of homelessness. Advocates warn shelters could be overwhelmed.

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Maine Announces $550K in Grants to Boost Coastal Resilience

The state just announced $550,000 in grants to help communities prepare for future storms and flooding. Towns and regional groups can apply for funding to strengthen infrastructure and plan for climate risks. Applications are due Jan. 5.

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Portland Unveils Maine’s First Electric Boat Charger

Portland just unveiled the state’s first electric boat charger at Wright’s Wharf. The move is part of a push to cut emissions and noise in the marine industry.

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Overdose Deaths Continue to Decline in Maine for Third Year

Overdose deaths have dropped for the third year in a row! Fatal overdoses are down 23% compared to last year, and officials credit naloxone distribution and expanded treatment options. If the trend continues, Maine could see the fewest overdose deaths in six years.