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Mainers reluctant to update licenses or IDs in accordance with new federal guidelines

Mainers could have a difficult time boarding airplanes a year from now.

Maine to end pooled coronavirus testing for classrooms next month

The governor’s administration says the state’s pooled coronavirus testing program for Maine classrooms will come to an end in May.

Plan for Maine Space Corporation to boost industry approved

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) The Maine Legislature has approved a proposal to create a public-private partnership to help grow the state’s aerospace industry.

Maine governor touts training for health care workers

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) A $21 million initiative aimed at strengthening Maine’s health care workforce by connecting employers and individuals with training and education programs has launched, Gov. Janet Mills said Wednesday.

Maine lawmakers vote to close loophole on out-of-state waste

The Maine Legislative gave final approval Tuesday to bill aimed at closing a loophole that allowed out-of-state garbage to be dumped in a state-owned landfill.

Former Portland mayor says he was evicted for organizing tenants

The lawyer for the former mayor of Maine’s largest city made the case in court on Tuesday that his client was served an eviction notice in retaliation for organizing on behalf of tenants.

Man charged with arson in connection with vehicle fire in downtown Bangor

Bangor police say a man is accused of setting fire to a vehicle on Tuesday morning.

Justices reject 2nd appeal from Maine man convicted in fatal shooting of police officer

The Maine Supreme Judicial Court has upheld a conviction for a man who shot and killed a Somerset County Sheriff’s Deputy in 2018.

Maine Senate confirms first Black justice to top state court

The Maine Senate unanimously voted on Tuesday to confirm the first Black justice to the state’s highest court.

Part of historic island near Portland sells for $5.3M

PORTLAND HARBOR, Maine (AP) Part of an island in Portland harbor is no longer on the market after being purchased last week for $5.3 million, according to the sellers.

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