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Gov. Mills assures employees that Sappi Paper Mill “isn’t going anywhere” despite environmental concerns

Governor Janet Mills says she won’t allow the Sappi Paper Mill to be shut down, as the environmental impact of nearby dams is reviewed by regulators. 

Police investigate death of woman found in Fairfield driveway

Police are investigating what led up to the death of a woman whose body was found at the end of a driveway in Fairfield.

Maine reports 390 additional COVID-19 infections

(AP/WGAN) The Maine CDC reported a whopping 390 new COVID-19 cases Thursday. It was the highest single-day total since early May.

Maine’s largest city could return to indoor mask rules

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) Maine’s largest city is considering a return to indoor mask rules due to the rise of COVID-19 in the state.

Many Maine schools use pandemic aid to boost air quality

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) Maine schools are using a one-time windfall in federal pandemic relief to add positions, improve ventilation and provide programs to help with mental health and wellness.

Hartland man pleads guilty to charges stemming from chase, shootout with police

A Maine man has pleaded guilty to 10 counts of aggravated attempted murder, among other charges.

Bangor police say death of man found in Penobscot River not considered suspicious

Bangor police have identified a man whose body was found in the Penobscot River.

Maine marks another COVID-19 vaccination milestone amid rise in cases, hospitalizations

Maine has reached another vaccination milestone, even as the state sees a steady rise in new coronavirus cases and hospitalizations.

Driver suffers life-threatening injuries in Brunswick vehicle pileup

Emergency responders rushed to the scene of a six-car pileup on Route 1 in Brunswick that sent three people to the hospital on Wednesday.

Maine electric utility appoints new CEO

Central Maine Power has appointed a new President and CEO.

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