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UMaine student retention rate holds steady amid pandemic

Data from the University of Maine System shows most students are staying the course despite the pandemic.

Traffic in Maine rises slightly as restrictions are lifted, but still lower than last year

More Mainers are getting in their cars and trucks now that coronavirus restrictions are beginning to lift.

Retailers in 12 counties to reopen; CDC watches for outbreak

Retailers in 12 counties that have not experienced large numbers of coronavirus cases began reopening Monday in Maine.

Maine environmental regulators approve new energy corridor

Maine environmental regulators have approved a $1 billion utility transmission project that would serve as a conduit for up to 1,200 megawatts of Canadian hydropower to flow into the New England power grid.

CMP proposes coronavirus fund to settle investigation over improper disconnect notices

Central Maine Power says it will set aside half a million dollars for customers impacted by coronavirus, as it looks to settle an investigation into improper disconnect notices.

Maine’s moose hunt to go forward, permit applications due

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) Maine wildlife managers are collecting the last applications to participate in the state’s moose hunt this year.

Maine climate group looking for feedback on strategies

A group charged with developing and recommending mitigation and adaptation strategies for the state of Maine is looking for public comment on its ideas.

Maine summer camps awaiting virus guidance

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) A dozen or more summer camps won’t be opening this summer in Maine because of the coronavirus, but others are still awaiting further guidance before issuing a decision.

Retail stores in 12 Maine counties open doors under Gov.’s rural reopening plan

More businesses are opening their doors Monday under the governor’s revised plan for reopening the economy.

Gov. Mills’ rural reopening depends on county lines for businesses

Separated by a bridge going across the Androscoggin River, there’s not much separating Brunswick and Topsham.

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It is opposed by the union for Capitol Police.

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With the moon now filling their windows, the Artemis II astronauts kicked off their lunar flyby Monday, taking in magnificent views of the far side never before witnessed while setting a new distance record for humanity.

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The Maine Supreme Court ruled unanimously Monday that an expansion of ranked choice voting would violate the state constitution.

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Maine lawmakers rebuke Trump’s Easter Sunday social media post threatening Iran

Maine Democratic Congresswoman Chellie Pingree says it's time to invoke the 25th amendment after a post by President Trump on Easter Sunday.