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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.

US Attorney General Jeff Sessions Discusses Opioid Crisis

Attorney General Jeff Sessions says a boost in federal law enforcement will reduce addiction and overdose deaths plaguing Maine.

Hampden Man Arrested and Charged With Murder

Maine State Police say a Hampden man is in custody and charged with murder.

Police: Man Injured while Trying to Run Away

RAYMOND, Maine (WGAN)  The Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office says a man is in the hospital after hurting himself trying to run away from police

Massive Turbine Must be Replaced on USS Michael Monsoor

BATH, Maine (AP)   The second of three stealthy destroyers is going to have one of its massive turbines replaced

Mayor Renews Push to Give Local Voting Rights to Noncitizens

Portland’s mayor and a city councilor are renewing a push to allow some noncitizens to vote in local elections.

Plane Lands on Belly, Causes Delay

A plane landed on its belly at a Maine airport without causing injuries or a fire.

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Maine’s King Among Senators to Break Shutdown Deadlock

The Senate voted 60-40 to move toward passing compromise legislation to fund the government

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Mills Slams Trump Administration’s Move to Block SNAP Benefits

Mills made the statement Sunday after the Supreme Court late Friday temporarily blocked a lower court’s order for SNAP funding to be distributed.

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Wells Police Investigate Rash of Overnight Vehicle Burglaries

Police are asking Wells residents and businesses in the area to review any available video footage.

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Dixfield Sawmill Heavily Damaged by Fire

The Maine Fire Marshal's Office assisted with the investigation.

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Democratic senate candidate Graham Platner hires new manager to run campaign

Deputy Director of the Maine People’s Alliance Ben Chin has been hired to replace Platner's short-lived campaign director Kevin Brown.