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Some testing swabs discarded after Trump visit, company says

A Maine company is acknowledging that it discarded specialized swabs for coronavirus testing that were produced while President Donald Trump visited its plant.

Maine Democratic US Senate hopeful Gideon misses debate

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) The establishment-backed candidate in the Democratic Senate primary was a no-show at a televised debate, but she said…

Portland man accused of vandalizing property claims police are retaliating for social media posts

PORTLAND, Maine (WGAN) A Portland man says he believes police arrived at his home to serve him a summons in…

Portland art gallery owner turns boarded-up window into public mural

The owner of a fine art gallery in Portland is trying to make the best of a bad situation.

Appeals court to hear Maine church against gathering rules

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) A federal appeals court is expected to hear an appeal from an evangelical church that has challenged a ban on large gatherings by the governor of Maine.

Union leader fires shot over bow in negotiations at shipyard

BATH, Maine (AP) The leader of the largest union at Navy shipbuilder Bath Iron Works said workers are ready to strike if the company doesn’t return to the negotiating table with suitable offer.

Portland police search for suspect in grocery store robbery

Portland police are investigating a robbery at a Shaw’s Supermarket on Monday.

Portland Police release use-of-force policy

The Portland Police Department says its use-of-force policy bars the use of chokeholds and other methods used to restrict the airways and classifies those actions as deadly force.

Post office burns on Peaks Island

Several mainland fire departments have responded to a fire inside the Peaks Island post office.

Governor’s administration announces alternative to 14-day quarantine for out-of-staters

Governor Janet Mills on Monday announced an alternative to the state’s 14-day quarantine requirement for out-of-state visitors to prevent the spread of coronavirus.

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Maine Game Wardens are offering $3,000 for information about the illegal killing of a Canada lynx.

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