Maine governor vetoes bill to shutter youth detention center

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) Democratic Gov. Janet Mills vetoed a bill to close the state’s only youth detention center, her office announced Thursday, creating an obstacle for those who want to close the facility.

Maine reports 12 coronavirus cases, lowest daily total since Sept.

The Maine CDC on Thursday reported 12 additional cases of the coronavirus and no new deaths.

Electric buses get a boost in southern Maine transit system

OLD ORCHARD BEACH, Maine (AP) — A transit system in southern Maine has received more than $1.2 million from the…

Stockton Springs mother charged with murder in death of her 3-year-old son

Maine State Police have charged a Stockton Springs woman in the death of her 3-year-old.

Drug overdose deaths up again in Maine in 2020, AG says

A new report shows more than 500 Mainers died from drug overdoses in 2020, representing a 33% increase from 2019.

Lewiston’s mayor foregoes second run for office

Lewiston Mayor Mark Cayer will not seek re-election for a second term.

Browntail moth caterpillar infestation ravages Portland’s “Candelabra Tree”

A large tree that’s a prominent fixture in Portland’s Deering Oaks Park is under attack by an invasive insect.

Commission backs firing of jail administrator over outbreak

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — County commissioners agreed with the sheriff’s recommendation to fire the administrator of a jail that dealt…

Feds approve Maine forest management roadmap

The federal government has approved a Maine plan about how the state intends to manage its forests.

Man to serve 11 years for fatal Millinocket shooting

A Bangor man will spend 11 years in prison in connection with a deadly shooting last year in Millinocket.