LePage Administration Cuts Medicaid Contract with Firm

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   Gov. Paul LePage’s administration is terminating Maine’s contract with a Massachusetts-based firm that was helping with the state’s Medicaid application process

Police: Dog Rescued From Hot Car While Owner Was in Jail

Police in Maine say a woman who was arrested on suspicion of shoplifting left her dog in a hot car when she was taken into custody.

Officials: Mexican Crossed Illegally from Canada into Maine

Border agents have arrested a Mexican national accused of illegally crossing the border from Canada into Maine.

Maine: 14-Year-Olds Can Bus Tables at Eateries Serving Booze

Maine 14-year-olds can bus tables at restaurants that serve liquor as the state’s liquor bureau moves ahead with its plan.

Judge Rules Infant’s Death 39 Years Ago Was a Homicide

A judge has ruled that an infant’s death 39 years ago was a homicide and not sudden infant death syndrome.

All-Girls School to Close Despite Fundraising Efforts

The Maine Girls’ Academy says it’s closing for good, despite efforts from alumnae and students to help the school pay off its $250,000 debt.

LePage Approves $115 Million Bond Sale After June Rejection

Maine Gov. Paul LePage has signed off on the sale of about $115 million in bonds which he previously blocked.

US Attorney General Jeff Sessions Discusses Opioid Crisis

Attorney General Jeff Sessions says a boost in federal law enforcement will reduce addiction and overdose deaths plaguing Maine.

Hampden Man Arrested and Charged With Murder

Maine State Police say a Hampden man is in custody and charged with murder.

Police: Man Injured while Trying to Run Away

RAYMOND, Maine (WGAN)  The Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office says a man is in the hospital after hurting himself trying to run away from police