Judge who served in Maine courts for 40 years to go inactive

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) A federal judge in Maine is transitioning to inactive senior status after more than 40 years of serving in state and federal courts in the state.

Maine PUC votes to open formal investigation of CMP

The Maine Public Utilities Commission on Thursday opened an investigation into how earnings decisions drive decision-making by Central Maine Power and its parent, Avangrid.

Driver of stolen vehicle stopped after pursuit through Oxford County

Police have charged a Limerick man accused of stealing a commercial vehicle and leading officers on a pursuit.

Police investigate fatal rollover crash in Standish

The driver involved in a rollover crash in Standish on Thursday morning was pronounced dead at the scene.

Utility regulators approve $90 bill credit for low-income Mainers

Maine’s Public Utilities Commission has approved a one-time bill credit for 90,000 low-income electricity customers.

Bill would expand northern border commission another decade

A bill introduced Thursday by a group of U.S. senators in northern New England would allow a 10-year reauthorization for a commission that provides funding and jobs for economic development projects across the region.

Oldest New England Patriots fan dies at 106

MEXICO, Maine (AP) A Maine woman recognized by the New England Patriots as their oldest fan has died at age 106.

Owner of statue of segregationist judge says it’s in storage

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) The owner of a statue of a former U.S. Supreme Court chief justice said he has removed it at the request of county commissioners.

Equal rights amendment gets 1st vote in Maine Legislature

A proposed equal rights amendment in Maine enjoys broad support from Democratic lawmakers and the governor, but it failed Wednesday to obtain a two-thirds majority in its first vote in the House.

Suspect charged with murder after father found dead in Portland

Portland police have made an arrest in connection with a homicide investigation.