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Human remains found in ocean off Maine coast more than 20 years ago identified

The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner has identified human remains found 27 miles off the coast of Maine more than 20 years ago.

Marden’s closes one of its locations for the first time ever

Marden’s has closed its Rumford location. The Marden family says this is the first store they’ve ever closed in nearly 60 years of business.

Maine shelter takes in two dogs rescued from suspected dog fighting ring

Two dogs taken in by the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland in Westbrook are looking for a forever home after being saved from a suspected dog fighting ring in South Carolina.

Search continues for missing Boothbay man

The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office continues to search for a missing Boothbay man.

2 found dead after police respond to domestic situation in Bangor

Police in Bangor say a man and a woman have been found dead after a report of a domestic situation.

Suspect faces assault charge in Bangor stabbing

A Bangor man accused of stabbing a woman with a knife has been charged.

Maine governor says biennial budget proposal increases spending without raising taxes

Governor Janet Mills unveiled her biennial $10.3 billion budget proposal on Wednesday.

Maine issues proposed rules for sports betting

Maine released proposed rules for sports betting on Wednesday, but it will be months before the first wagers are placed.

Lawyer for Guantanamo detainees could lose license in Maine

BANGOR, Maine (AP) A defense lawyer in Maine who once represented detainees at the Guantanamo Bay military prison could lose his license after criminal charges.

Man in New Year’s Eve machete attack faces federal charges

NEW YORK (AP) A man accused of attacking police with a machete near New York’s Times Square on New Year’s Eve is now facing federal charges after he became determined to wage jihad against the U.S. government, authorities announced Tuesday.

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Mills Could Announce U.S. Senate Run Next Week

Axios reports a source says the announcement will certainly happen this month

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UMaine Fort Kent Hosting First-Ever Poutine Fest

The gathering is being described as a way to celebrate the  Acadian culture.

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State Fire Marshall Investigating Buxton Fire in Grass, Woods

The Buxton Fire Department was called in and extinguished the fire.

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Fire at Lewiston warming center leaves one person injured

A woman was injured in a fire at a warming center in Lewiston.

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Remains found in Kennebec County during missing person investigation

Police are investigating after human remains were discovered Tuesday morning in Clinton.