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.

Power restoration continues for 5th straight day in Maine

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) Utility crews in Maine are working on their fifth consecutive day of power restoration after a snowstorm followed by strong winds.

Maine unable to provide daily test figures for coronavirus

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) Maine health officials have received high marks from the public for their response to the pandemic, but the state lags behind others in the region in reporting some key data.

Maine CDC reports 36 new coronavirus cases, governor extends state of civil emergency

The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed 36 new cases of COVID-19 and one death on Tuesday.

Old Town man shot and killed by police in armed confrontation

Maine State Police say an Old Town man was shot and killed by troopers during an armed confrontation on Tuesday morning.

Dozens of virus cases at rehab center; colleges to get money

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) Maine health officials say a rehabilitation center in Augusta has dozens of cases of coronavirus, including patients and staff members.

Judge OKs referendum on utility corridor; appeal is expected

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) – An attempt to stop a statewide vote on Central Maine Power’s proposed hydropower transmission corridor failed, but an appeal is likely.

Police: Man who ran from scene of alleged assault dies

Police say a Portland man who ran from the scene of an alleged assault and jumped into a cove has died.