Maine governor ‘fine’ after contracting COVID-19 again

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) Democratic Gov. Janet Mills will have to miss a visit by first lady Jill Biden this week because she has contracted COVID-19 for a second time, officials said.

Lewiston Housing rushes to get emergency shelter approved before deadline

Members of Lewiston Housing and a coalition of social service providers are rushing to finalize a proposal for a low barrier, 24/7 emergency homeless shelter in the city.

Emergency order expanded to slow spread of invasive emerald ash borer beetle

An emergency order has been expanded by the Maine Forest Service to prevent further spread of the invasive emerald ash borer beetle, which is killing native ash trees.

Community solar farms cause additional electricity price increase

Electricity costs are expected to increase more than utility companies predicted due to community solar programs. The hike in price will be seen on Mainers’ electricity bills starting July 1st.

Deputies searching for “at-risk” Buckfield teenager

A Buckfield teenager who police consider an “at-risk juvenile” has been missing since Wednesday.

Maine’s Congressional delegation reacts to Trump indictment

Members of Maine’s Congressional delegation released statements Thursday after former President Donald Trump was indicted in a case related to hush money payments.

Maine Legislature approves nearly $10 billion budget

Gov. Janet Mills on Friday signed into law a two-year, nearly $10 billion budget jammed through by fellow Democrats that will keep government services rolling — and possibly avert a shutdown — in the new fiscal year.

Masthead Maine exploring the sale of 30 newspapers

The owner of 30 daily and weekly Maine newspapers, including the Portland Press Herald, told staff on Thursday that he is considering selling his media holdings.

Police identify individuals hurt in crash following Jay robbery

Police have released the identities of two people who were seriously hurt in a car crash following a robbery in Jay this week.

Bowdoin College graduate accused of spying on Russia for U.S. government

The Wall Street Journal reporter arrested on espionage charges in Russia is a graduate of Bowdoin College.