Maine might give residents money to treat contaminated wells

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) Maine lawmakers are closer to passing a bill that would provide money to homeowners to treat drinking water wells that show evidence of contamination.

Tribal rights bill advances in face of governor’s opposition

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) A proposal to expand tribal sovereignty rights under an amended land claims settlement is advancing in the Maine Legislature.

Penobscot County man accused of sexually abusing 13-year-old girl

A Maine man accused of sexually abusing a 13-year-old girl faces up to 30 years behind bars.

Maine State House closed for 2nd day because of flooding

The Maine State House was closed Tuesday for a second day after water pipes burst, flooding the building, officials said.

Maine Rep. Jared Golden says he tested positive for COVID-19

U.S. Rep. Jared Golden announced Tuesday that he tested positive for COVID-19 and that he’s resting at home.

Maine gov proposes $3.5M to save 2 veterans homes

Maine’s governor said Tuesday she will dedicate $3.5 million to help keep homes for veterans open in northern Maine.

Lawmakers want feds to help farms tackle ‘forever chemicals’

Maine’s congressional delegation wants the federal government to help farmers in the state cope with the growing problem of managing long-lasting chemical contamination.

Russian ship turned away from Maine port

A Russian vessel carrying 8,000 tons of a petroleum-derived product was denied a request to dock at the easternmost tip of the U.S.

Snowmobile crash kills woman, 52, in western Maine

LOWER CUPSUPTIC TOWNSHIP, Maine (AP) A woman died in a snowmobile crash in western Maine on Monday when she failed to negotiate a left-hand turn, authorities said.

Topsham school bus driver dies after suffering medical event on way to school

TOPSHAM, Maine (AP) Students steered a Maine school bus to safety on Monday after the vehicle’s driver suffered a fatal medical event.