Flu Deaths Reach 55 in Maine, but New Cases Dropping

Another three people have died from the flu in Maine, bringing the season’s total to 55. But there are also signs that the worst of the season is over.

Council Approves Bills Aimed at Curbing Gun Violence

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP   Three bills aimed at preventing gun violence are going to be debated by Maine lawmakers

Woman Jailed for Calling Officials “My Target” in Gun Video

Police have arrested a Maine woman who posted a video of herself target shooting while listing city officials by name and describing them as “my target.”

Historic Train Depot Building Now Up for Sale for $165,000

YARMOUTH, Maine (AP)   A historic train depot located in a Maine village is now up for sale

Money for Maine’s Marine Businesses Stems from Voter Bond

ORONO, Maine (AP)   The University of Maine says a group it leads is investing more than $14 million in businesses and infrastructure to try to grow marine jobs in the state

Maine Fox Hunt Ending for the Winter on Wednesday

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   Maine’s fox hunting season is ending for the winter

Maine Governor Proposes Another Voter ID Bill

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   Maine’s Republican governor is again trying to require Mainers to present photo ID to vote

Autopsy Concludes Teen Died from Intoxication, Hypothermia

ORONO, Maine (AP)   The state medical examiner’s office said alcohol, cocaine and cold temperatures caused the death of a teenager found in a snowbank in Orono, Maine

Regulators to Look into High Bills, Service Complaints

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   Utility regulars say they’ll look into Central Maine Power customer complaints about skyrocketing bills and poor service

Woman’s Death Ruled A Homicide

BOWDOINHAM, Maine (AP) _ Maine State Police say a woman was found seriously injured inside her home and then died at a hospital.