LePage defends hold-up on public campaign funds

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) _ Republican Gov. Paul LePage is defending his refusal to release over $1 million in overdue public…

Mackworth Island Reopens Following Storm

Travel to an island with popular trails near Portland, Maine, has reopened three days after a powerful storm knocked down trees and power lines.

Governor’s Push Against Wind Permits Gets Day in Court

PORTLAND, Maine (AP)   Republican Gov. Paul LePage is asking a judge to toss a lawsuit challenging his executive order to halt wind turbine permits in western and coastal regions of rural Maine

LePage Administration Cuts Medicaid Contract with Firm

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   Gov. Paul LePage’s administration is terminating Maine’s contract with a Massachusetts-based firm that was helping with the state’s Medicaid application process

Police: Dog Rescued From Hot Car While Owner Was in Jail

Police in Maine say a woman who was arrested on suspicion of shoplifting left her dog in a hot car when she was taken into custody.

Officials: Mexican Crossed Illegally from Canada into Maine

Border agents have arrested a Mexican national accused of illegally crossing the border from Canada into Maine.

Maine: 14-Year-Olds Can Bus Tables at Eateries Serving Booze

Maine 14-year-olds can bus tables at restaurants that serve liquor as the state’s liquor bureau moves ahead with its plan.

Judge Rules Infant’s Death 39 Years Ago Was a Homicide

A judge has ruled that an infant’s death 39 years ago was a homicide and not sudden infant death syndrome.

All-Girls School to Close Despite Fundraising Efforts

The Maine Girls’ Academy says it’s closing for good, despite efforts from alumnae and students to help the school pay off its $250,000 debt.

LePage Approves $115 Million Bond Sale After June Rejection

Maine Gov. Paul LePage has signed off on the sale of about $115 million in bonds which he previously blocked.