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Maine vet sues over coverage denial for daughter gender transition

A U.S. military veteran and his daughter filed a lawsuit on Monday challenging a federal rule they said prevents the daughter from accessing medical coverage because she is transgender.

Eric Brakey declared winner after recount in Maine State Senate race

Eric Brakey has won re-election in a Maine State Senate race following a recount on Monday.

“Destructive devices” found by investigators looking into Cherryfield homicide

Police said destructive devices were found while investigating a homicide in Washington County.

Maine transportation officials urge residents to practice safe driving habits over Thanksgiving holiday weekend

Transportation officials are reminding Mainers to practice safe driving habits as the holiday season nears.

Portland’s First Parish dealing with their past

 By Barbara A. Walsh of The Maine Monitor. A Portland parish is currently coming to grips with their history. According…

Wabanaki tribe working to change the legacy of November 20th, 1775, and its consequences

While November 20th might just be another day to a lot of Mainers, the day is remembered quite differently by the Wabanaki tribes.

UPDATE: Saco woman located safely

Saco Police are asking for your help finding a 24 year old woman with intellectual disabilities last seen Friday night at JC Penny in South Portland.

Death of man found in Cherryfield home ruled homicide

Police are investigating a homicide in Washington County.

Threats lead to school closures in Falmouth, Yarmouth

Police say Falmouth High School was evacuated Friday morning due to a threat.

Long standoff ends in arrest of 66-year-old man in Cornish

A long standoff came to an end in Cumberland County Friday morning.

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Portland police say parents won’t press charges after student grabbed while walking to school

No charges are expected after an eighth-grade student at King Middle School in Portland was grabbed by the wrist by an unknown person while walking to school on Thursday.

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Gov. Mills directs Maine DHHS to fully fund SNAP benefits for November

Gov. Janet Mills announced Friday that Maine will fully fund SNAP benefits for the month of November.

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Text Messages Show Maine Border Patrol Agent Bragged About Chicago Shooting

The text messages came to light in federal court this week.

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Portland Jetport Bracing for Cancellations with Air Traffic Reduction Order

The Jetport is encouraging passengers to check their flight status before heading to the airport.

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Police Looking for 17-Year-Old Missing Since Sunday

Officers say Mary Hembree was supposed to be spending the night with friends in Brewer.