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It will take time to create Maine sports betting regulations

The new law gives Native American tribes in Maine exclusive control of mobile sports betting.

Maine woman dies after falling down waterfall

Witnesses say 29-year-old Tanisha Barry was in a pool above Small Falls with a friend when she got close to the edge, stumbled and fell down the falls.

Maine reports nine new COVID-19 deaths, 961 more cases

The latest COVID-19 numbers as of Saturday..

Maine to make abuse protection laws easier to understand

Maine has changed its protection from abuse laws in an attempt to make them more accessible and understandable for survivors of domestic violence.

Juvenile arrested in connection with fatal shooting in Brooks

Police say one man is dead and a juvenile is in custody after a shooting in Waldo County on Friday.

Massachusetts man convicted on rape charges arrested in Maine

A convicted rapist who authorities say ran off during his trial was arrested in Maine.

Portland can no longer guarantee shelter for asylum seekers

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) Maine’s largest city says it can no longer guarantee housing for asylum-seeking families.

Maine close to ridding license plates of obscenities

The rackin’ frackin’ sassafrassin’ salty language on hundreds of Maine license plates is one step closer to being removed from the road.

Maine CDC issues advisories for consumption of freshwater fish due to PFAS

Maine’s Center for Disease Control and Prevention is issuing an advisory for the consumption of freshwater fish from seven bodies of water in the state.

Man experiencing mental health crisis prompts closure of Piscataqua River Bridge

Crisis negotiators were on the Piscataqua River Bridge Thursday morning where a New Hampshire man was experiencing a mental health crisis.

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Trump Shuts Down Offshore Wind in New England; Nova Scotia Eyes Opportunity

The administration’s freeze on U.S. ocean wind projects could set clean energy back a decade. Nova Scotia’s massive Wind West project hopes to fill the gap and even sell power to the U.S.

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Federal Policy Could Push Hundreds of Mainers Out of Long-Term Housing

HUD plans to cut funding for permanent supportive housing and shift to transitional programs, leaving vulnerable Mainers at risk of homelessness. Advocates warn shelters could be overwhelmed.

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Maine Announces $550K in Grants to Boost Coastal Resilience

The state just announced $550,000 in grants to help communities prepare for future storms and flooding. Towns and regional groups can apply for funding to strengthen infrastructure and plan for climate risks. Applications are due Jan. 5.

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Portland Unveils Maine’s First Electric Boat Charger

Portland just unveiled the state’s first electric boat charger at Wright’s Wharf. The move is part of a push to cut emissions and noise in the marine industry.

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Overdose Deaths Continue to Decline in Maine for Third Year

Overdose deaths have dropped for the third year in a row! Fatal overdoses are down 23% compared to last year, and officials credit naloxone distribution and expanded treatment options. If the trend continues, Maine could see the fewest overdose deaths in six years.