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Maine Considers Another Bump in Number of Moose Hunt Permits

Maine’s moose hunters could see another bump in the number of hunting permits for the big game animals this year.

Boat Operator Indicted in Crash that Killed 2

BRENTWOOD, N.H. (AP)   A boat operator has been indicted on two counts of negligent homicide stemming from a crash in New Hampshire last year that killed a 7-year-old girl and an adult

Woman Pleads Guilty to Role in Crash that Killed 24-Year-Old

EASTBROOK, Maine (AP)   A Maine woman has pleaded guilty in connection with a deadly car crash in 2017

Only Technically Spring in Maine, Where Slopes Still Abuzz

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   Winter might technically be over, but Maine tourism officials say the state’s season for winter recreational activities will continue at least into next month

State Wants to Try Teen as Adult in Grandmother’s Death

WEST BATH, Maine (AP)   A hearing is being held to determine whether the grandson of Beulah “Marie” Sylvester will be tried an adult for killing her in a Bowdoinham home they shared

Influenza Still a Problem as Spring Arrives in Maine

The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention says five people died from the flu last week, bringing the season total to nearly 30 in the state.

Maine Mulls Presidential Primaries, Expanding Ranked Voting

A Democrat’s bill would allow presidential primaries in Maine and expand a voter-approved ranked voting system to presidential races.

Police Charge OOB Man with Murder

OLD ORCHARD BEACH, Maine (WGAN)  State Police say an Old Orchard Beach man has been arrested and charged in connection with the death of his roommate

Police ID Couple in Gardiner Murder-Suicide

GARDINER, Maine (WGAN)  State Police have identified the two people killed in a murder-suicide in Gardiner

Bail Denied for Mainer Who’s Fighting Extradition to Alaska

AUBURN, Maine (AP)   A Maine man who is wanted in Alaska to face a murder charge is returning to court

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

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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

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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

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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

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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.