Former Portland mayor claims eviction was retaliation

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) Former Portland Mayor Ethan Strimling said an attempt to evict him from his downtown apartment is retaliation for forming a tenants union and fighting illegal rent increases.

Calais school counselor accused of sexually assaulting 16-year-old student

A behavioral health counselor in the Calais school system allegedly sent sexually explicit videos and photos to a 16-year-old student and engaged in sexual acts with the student last October.

Wastewater testing shows decline in COVID-19 in two Maine communities

The state continues to see a high number of COVID hospitalizations, but wastewater testing shows a decline in the virus’s presence in two communities.

Portland struggles as asylum seekers continue to arrive

Portland is asking for help as the growing number of asylum seekers continues to stretch resources.

Maine moose hunters hope for more success in 2022

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) Maine wildlife managers will soon start accepting applications for the 2022 moose hunt, which will follow a year in which hunters had limited success.

Civil rights complaint filed over racial threat in Maine

FREEPORT, Maine (AP) A man who is due in court in Maine on a charge of threatening with a dangerous weapon now also faces a civil rights complaint.

Maine monoclonal doses drop with testing backlog

Last week Maine received 72 doses, less than half of the 180 doses given to New Hampshire and fewer than the 96 doses given to Vermont.

Worries grow as deadline for whale-friendly gear draws near

Several lobstermen and the governor want NOAA Fisheries to delay the new rules.

Maine might switch to electronic vehicle lien, title system

Secretary of State Shenna Bellows says an electronic title system would help prevent a backlog from recurring.

Maine National Guard troops return from deployment to Africa

The 130 soldiers worked to provide security and enhance partnerships in the Horn of Africa region.