Maine will extend tax deadline to July

The office of Governor Janet Mills says the deadline for Maine income tax payments has been extended from April 15th to July 15th as the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic hits families and individuals across the country.

Maine steps up help for nursing facilities amid outbreak

The state of Maine plans to provide additional payments to support nursing facilities that are working on infection control and visitor screening amid the rise in coronavirus cases.

Mild winter reduces springtime flood risk in New England

Emergency management officials in New England can scratch spring flooding off their list of concerns, for the most part.

South Portland issues stay-at-home order

South Portland is the latest city in Maine to introduce new emergency measures, as the number of coronaviruses continues to rise, especially in Cumberland County.

State closes Lewiston health office as worker gets COVID-19

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) The Maine Department of Health and Human Services has closed its office in the state’s second-largest city after a worker tested positive for the coronavirus.

LaJeunesse drops bid to unseat Sen. Collins, endorses house speaker Gideon

BIDDEFORD, Maine (AP) One of the Democrats vying for the opportunity to challenge Republican U.S. Sen. Susan Collins is dropping out and endorsing the state’s House speaker in the Democratic primary.

Maine reporting 155 confirmed cases of coronavirus

As of Thursday, Maine’s CDC reported 155 confirmed cases of coronavirus.

Maine unemployment claims skyrocket amid public health crisis

The number of people filing for unemployment in Maine has soared to record levels.

Concord Coach to suspend bus service throughout New England

Concord Coach Lines says it will suspend bus service throughout New England on Saturday after a former passenger tested positive for the coronavirus.

Man killed after getting ejected from vehicle in Brownfield

A Fryeburg man was killed after getting ejected from his vehicle on Tuesday night.