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Maine Gets Boost in Current $248 Million Surplus; Downward Forecast in Next Budget

The governor plans to revise her supplemental budget proposal in the coming weeks to include the money increase.

2 men face charges for drive-by shooting in Gray

Two men are facing charges for allegedly firing shots from a moving vehicle in Gray.

Jury finds man guilty of murder in death of 3-year-old in Edgecomb

A man accused of killing his girlfriend’s 3-year-old daughter in Edgecomb was found guilty of murder on Tuesday.

Man Accused of Assaulting Security Guard in Downtown Portland

The suspect was taken to the Cumberland County Jail.

Fire Heavily Damages Berwick Home

The investigation is ongoing.

9-year-old girl airlifted from Black Mountain

A 9-year-old girl was airlifted after getting injured on Black Mountain Ski Area in Rumford.

Maine government watchdog ordered to investigate MaineCare fraud unit

Maine lawmakers have directed the state to launch an independent review of an office that oversees MaineCare following allegations of fraud.

Maine politicians react to U.S/Israeli strikes on Iran

The strike, dubbed “Operation: Epic Fury” killed longtime Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei and saw targets across the country’s capital being bombed.

Indie rock bassist granted protection from abuse order against Penobscot County woman

Julian Koster of Neutral Milk Hotel was granted the two-year order this past Thursday against 41-year-old Anna Gallons, a former fan and member of the “Elephant 6 Collective” of indie bands.

Lewiston Woman Charged after Firing Shots During an Altercation

According to Lewiston Police, they responded to Howard and Pine Streets for a report of shots fired around 5:30 p.m.

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3 People Arrested in Penobscot County Drug Raid

Deputies say the investigation remains active and additional charges may be forthcoming.

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Tito’s Vodka Ordered to Pay $750,000 in Taxes and Penalties in Maine

The court determined the manufacturer did not file tax returns for an audit period.

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Maine supplemental budget clears committee, heads to full legislature

Maine’s supplemental budget is advancing, and it includes a tax increase on millionaires and $300 relief payments to more than half a million lower income Mainers.

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Missing South Portland man found safe

Police say Kulinski has been found safe.

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Maine Lawmakers Pass Bill to Let Jails Turn Away Some ICE Detainees

Governor Mills has indicated she will sign the bill.