Maine State House closed for 2nd day because of flooding

The Maine State House was closed Tuesday for a second day after water pipes burst, flooding the building, officials said.

Maine Rep. Jared Golden says he tested positive for COVID-19

U.S. Rep. Jared Golden announced Tuesday that he tested positive for COVID-19 and that he’s resting at home.

Maine gov proposes $3.5M to save 2 veterans homes

Maine’s governor said Tuesday she will dedicate $3.5 million to help keep homes for veterans open in northern Maine.

Lawmakers want feds to help farms tackle ‘forever chemicals’

Maine’s congressional delegation wants the federal government to help farmers in the state cope with the growing problem of managing long-lasting chemical contamination.

Russian ship turned away from Maine port

A Russian vessel carrying 8,000 tons of a petroleum-derived product was denied a request to dock at the easternmost tip of the U.S.

Snowmobile crash kills woman, 52, in western Maine

LOWER CUPSUPTIC TOWNSHIP, Maine (AP) A woman died in a snowmobile crash in western Maine on Monday when she failed to negotiate a left-hand turn, authorities said.

Topsham school bus driver dies after suffering medical event on way to school

TOPSHAM, Maine (AP) Students steered a Maine school bus to safety on Monday after the vehicle’s driver suffered a fatal medical event.

Students leap into action after Topsham school bus driver suffers medical event

Topsham Police say students on board a bus were able to bring the vehicle to a stop after the driver suffered a medical event on Monday morning.

Cumberland County to end requirement for vaccine proof at Cross Insurance Arena

Visitors at the Cross Insurance Arena in Portland no longer need to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative test to attend events.

Violence Against Women Act to include Maine Native Americans

The reauthorized Violence Against Women Act includes language to make sure Maine’s Native American tribes are protected under it.