Maine superintendent accused of restraining child resigns

OXFORD, Maine (AP) A school superintendent accused of improperly restraining a student at an elementary school last year has resigned.

Agencies investigating apparent fatal canoe accident

The Maine Marine Patrol and Penobscot County Sheriff’s Department are investigating an apparent fatal boating accident in Orrington, officials said Monday.

No injuries or damage reported following underground explosion in Richmond

Roads near the I-295 exit in Richmond were shut down Monday morning following an explosion underground at a gas station.

Another judge seals documents related to child porn charges

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) A second judge has sealed additional court documents stemming from the arrest of a former Maine gubernatorial candidate on charges of possessing child pornography.

Lawmakers approve plan for tax credits to expand child care

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) Maine lawmakers are closing in on final approval of a proposal to provide tax credits to help grow child care providers in the state.

Maine panel to advise about offshore wind port development

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) A new advisory group in Maine will work with state officials about the development of offshore wind ports.

Westward Ho! Maine potatoes travel far after western drought

The state of Maine shipped potatoes by train for the first time in four decades this winter thanks to a strong harvest in Maine and heat and dry weather in the West.

Fat Boy drive-in is open for the season in Brunswick

The long-standing burger joint is open for its 67th season!

Lobster boats must have tracking devices in federal waters

Regulators are going to require lobster boats operating in federal waters to have tracking devices next year.

Maine indigenous leaders want federal tribal law benefits

Leaders of four Native American tribes in Maine traveled to Washington to testify in favor of a bill that would allow them to benefit from future federal laws despite a state land claims settlement.