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Maine opioid summit to host former surgeon general

The former surgeon general of the U.S. is scheduled to speak at a summit in Maine about the state’s response to its opioid crisis.

Silver Alert issued for missing Newburgh woman

A Silver Alert has been issued for a woman with dementia in Newburgh.

Maine Brewery cancels Trump event

A veteran-owned Freeport brewery canceled an upcoming ”Women for Trump” event, claiming to have been misled by the campaign managers about the scope of the event. 

Maine cyclists raise more than half a million for coronavirus research

A virtual fundraiser held by the American Lung Association has raised more than $550,000 for coronavirus research.

Worker injured in accident at construction site in Hampden

Maine State Police say a construction worker was critically injured after getting pinned beneath construction materials in Hampden.

Portland’s East End Beach reopens after wastewater spill

The City of Portland says East End Beach is back open after the result of a water test came back Tuesday.

Maine State Police, FBI presence reported at multiple Farmington businesses

A heavy police presence was reported at several businesses in Farmington Tuesday morning.

Maine marathon called off due to pandemic, will be held virtually

A Maine marathon originally scheduled in October will not be held in person.

Former state rep’s lead holds after ranked round in primary

Maine election officials say former state Rep. Dale Crafts won the state’s Republican primary in the 2nd Congressional District using ranked choice voting.

Mosquitoes plentiful in Maine, where state urges precautions

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) Mosquitoes are biting in Maine, and public health authorities in the state say it’s a good time to exercise precautions to limit exposure to diseases they carry.

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