Lab gets help on project to cut cattle emissions via seaweed

A Maine marine science lab has received $5 million to further research into whether seaweed-based food can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions from cows.

Authorities continue search for Maine man who went missing in June

The search for a man from Lagrange continues, more than 40 days after he went missing.

Hannaford recalls some store-produced baked goods

SCARBOROUGH, Maine (AP) Hannaford supermarkets is recalling a number of bakery items made with a seasoning that’s subject of a national recall.

Maine reports 65 COVID-19 cases, 1 death

New COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Maine, where 65 additional infections were reported by public health officials Wednesday. The Maine CDC also announced one additional death.

Portland asks residents how to spend coronavirus relief dollars

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) Maine’s largest city wants input from the public about how to use federal coronavirus relief dollars.

Maine to review new mask guidance from U.S. CDC as state officials urge residents to get vaccinated

Maine Governor Janet Mills has directed state agencies to review new guidance from the U.S. CDC on masking.

Man arrested after car chase pleads not guilty, jailed

One of two men arrested following a car chase in New Hampshire has pleaded not guilty to reckless conduct, disobeying a police officer, and other charges, and has been ordered held without bail.

Escape charge dismissed for man who served murder sentence

Maine’s supreme court has dismissed an escape charge against a convicted killer who walked away from the Riverview Psychiatric Center.

Police say driver failed to yield to dump truck in Wilton crash

Police say a crash involving a dump truck that left six people injured was the result of a driver failing to yield to the truck.

Commission will propose family leave policy for Maine

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) A commission in Maine is going to study ways to implement a paid family medical leave policy for the state.