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New condominium and hotel development being considered for downtown Portland block

A Portland firm has its sights set on a block in downtown Portland for a new development project.

Maine man who crashed into NH library faces negligent homicide charge

A Maine man who crashed his pickup truck into a New Hampshire library is facing more charges after his passenger succumbed to her injuries.

NOAA acknowledges shortage of gear to protect whales

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) The federal government is acknowledging that supply chain issues will prevent all lobstermen from having gear needed to protect North Atlantic right whales before a May 1 deadline.

Intertidal zone belongs to beachfront owners, judge says

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) A state judge ruled that the intertidal zone belongs to beachfront property owners but the judge’s ruling didn’t specify what activities, if any, might be allowed there.

Judge rules that former Portland mayor can be evicted

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) A Maine judge has rejected a former Portland mayor’s contention that he was evicted in retaliation for organizing on behalf of tenants.

Governor signs off on $850 relief checks for most Mainers

Democratic Gov. Janet Mills signed off on a $1.2 billion supplemental budget Wednesday that sends more than half of the money to residents in the form of $850 relief checks.

Maine health officials confirm death caused by tick-borne virus

The Maine CDC says one person has died of Powassan virus in Waldo County.

High lead levels found in water at Portland schools

Testing has revealed high concentrations of lead at water fixtures in Portland schools.

Gov’s utility accountability legislation tabled and in limbo

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) Maine Gov. Janet Mills’ proposal to place new regulations on electric utilities was in limbo after failing to win enough support in the House.

Head-on crash in Livermore sends four people to the hospital

Four people were rushed to the hospital following a head-on crash involving two vehicles in Livermore on Tuesday.

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