Maine reports 3 new coronavirus deaths, 26 new cases

The Maine Center for Disease Control reported a total of 796 confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Thursday.

Medical boards warn against drugs touted by the president

Two licensing boards that govern Maine doctors are warning that prescribing drugs touted by President Donald Trump on themselves or family members is considered “unprofessional conduct.”

Troopers: 1 killed in crash in Sullivan, Maine

Maine State Police say one person was killed and another injured in a single-car crash in the town of Sullivan.

Steep drop in first-time unemployment claims in Maine

The Maine Department of Labor is reporting a sharp decline in unemployment claims after a three-week surge.

Prosecutor targets price gouging for scarce medical supplies

U.S. Attorney Halsey Frank is asking the Maine Medical Association and Maine Hospital Association to provide information to law enforcement about hoarding and price gouging of scarce medical supplies.

Police confirm no injuries after explosion at paper mill in Jay

The operators of a paper mill in Jay say no one was injured in an explosion that shook the ground and produced a plume of black smoke that was visible for miles around.

Maine CDC announces 36 new coronavirus cases, 4 new deaths

The Maine Center for Disease Control reported a total of 770 confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday.

Alaska student cold case trial slowed by coronavirus

The court case of a Maine man charged with the killing of a former Alaska university student has been stalled due to the outbreak of coronavirus.

Former chief justice formally introduced as law school dean

The new dean of the University of Maine School of Law has been formally introduced — via Youtube.

Virus causes worker comp claims

The state workers’ compensation system in Maine expects an increase in claims related to the coronavirus, even though many workplaces are empty.