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Maine considers ban on aerial herbicide spraying in forestry

Maine lawmakers are considering a proposal to ban aerial spraying of some herbicides in forestry.

49 people charged in connection to alleged NY drug ring

Forty-nine people have been charged in connection to a sophisticated drug trafficking network allegedly run by the New York-based Bully Gang.

Portland businesses can continue renewing outdoor dining and retail permits into 2022

The City of Portland has outlined it’s plan for the use of outdoor retail and restaurant space for the foreseeable future.

Hannaford locations across Maine will begin offering J&J vaccine

Hannaford says it’ll begin administering COVID-19 vaccines later this week.

Maine to align medical marijuana rules with state laws

Maine’s marijuana regulators are looking to align the state’s medical marijuana program with state laws.

More rental assistance coming to Maine’s tenants

A new emergency rental assistance program designed to help Maine tenants has started accepting applications.

High winds knock out power to tens of thousands of CMP customers

Powerful wind gusts have brought down trees and power lines, leaving tens of thousands of homes and businesses without power.

Maine man indicted for 10 charges stemming from Capitol riot

A Maine man has been indicted on 10 charges stemming from the U.S. Capitol riot.

New coronavirus vaccine clinic to offer shots at Maine Mall

Northern Light Home Care and Hospice says it will be using space in the Maine Mall to set up another COVID-19 vaccination clinic.

Berwick Fire Department holds memorial service to remember fallen firefighter

A virtual gathering took place Monday on the two-year anniversary of a Berwick fire captain’s death.

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$519 million supplemental budget heads to governor’s desk after passage in Maine Legislature

The governor's $519 million supplemental budget has passed and is now headed to her desk to be signed.

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Portland police arrest man for 2017 killing

Portland police have arrested a man in connection with the 2017 killing of Sunao "Tom" Yamada.

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Candidate for governor Jim Libby drops out of race after failing to qualify for clean election funding

Republican candidate for governor and State Sen. Jim Libby is dropping out of the race after failing to qualify for public campaign funding.