Proposed legislation would offer state buyout for Maine farmers impacted by forever chemicals

Maine farmers who own property contaminated by forever chemicals could have the option to have the property purchased by the state.

Maine lawmaker accused of forging signature for campaign funding to be arraigned

A Maine lawmaker from Waldoboro will be arraigned Thursday on forgery charges.

Maine blueberries vs. fly: US senator files bill to help

The wild blueberry, Maine’s most important fruit, could get some help fighting off a pest under legislation proposed by the state’s Republican U.S. senator.

Portland community members protest ‘It’s Ok to be white’ banner displayed in park

A banner reading “it’s OK to be white” in Portland’s Congress Square Park has been denounced by several city councilors and caused dozens of community members to join anti-racism protests in the same park. 

High-speed chase in Maine midcoast ends with charges for teenage driver

Two teenagers were taken into custody after a high-speed chase in a stolen vehicle that started in Wiscasset.

IRS: $850 economic relief payment checks not taxable

The IRS says the $850 relief checks Mainers received are not subject to federal taxes. The agency made the announcement…

Walmart settles with Ellsworth and Falmouth over tax appeal

Walmart has settled with two Maine towns after contesting its tax bills.

Maine spending committee agrees on supplemental budget

The Maine Legislature’s spending committee reached a unanimous agreement on a supplemental budget that funds operations through the end of June, raising hopes that the bipartisan spirit will continue as lawmakers tackle the governor’s proposed $10.3 billion budget.

Family of missing Maine man ups reward for information

The reward for a Maine man who went missing from a psychiatric facility in June has been raised.

Pittsfield man charged with terrorizing in connection with threat made to local business

A Maine man accused of threatening to “shoot up” a business where he previously worked was arrested.