New England Fish Forum Kicks Off with Shellfish Day

ROCKPORT, Maine (AP)   New England’s largest fishing industry trade show is getting started with a focus on the region’s shellfish business

Name Announced For New Local Concert Venue

Westbrook, ME (WGAN) Maine Savings Federal Credit Union has been picked to be the naming sponsor for Westbrook’s concert venue at Rock Row.

Woman Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit After Police Shooting

A woman has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against police officers who shot and killed her daughter and another man after their pickup truck rammed a police cruiser in Maine.

Collins Says She Will Oppose Confirmation of Wheeler to EPA

U.S. Sen. Susan Collins of Maine says she’s opposing the confirmation of Andrew Wheeler to be the administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

Wardens: Man Whose Snowmobile Crashed Through Ice Has Died

Maine officials say a snowmobile operator whose machine crashed through ice on Valentine’s Day has died.

US Still Sends Lots Of lobster To China, But Tariff A Worry

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — America is still sending millions of pounds of lobster to China, but members of the seafood industry remain on edge about the future of the United States’ relationship with one of its most important customers.

Maine’s Chief Justice Says Youth In Crisis Need Help

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) — Maine’s top judge called Tuesday for more mental health services and recovery centers for children and youth in crisis.

Legislative Committee Endorses School Lead Testing Bill

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   A Maine legislative committee has voted to endorse a bill that would require all schools in Maine to periodically test for lead in drinking water

Loss of Riverview Certification Cost State $14M Last Year

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   Maine had to pay $14 million from its Medicaid fund to make up for a federal funding cut to the Riverview Psychiatric Center last year

Maine Man Charged in Alaska Cold Case Denies Involvement

The lawyer for a Maine man charged with killing a woman 26 years ago in Alaska says his client “categorically denies any involvement.”