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Police protests continue to gather support across Maine

After protests over the last few days in Portland about police brutality and the recent death of George Floyd, support has only increased, as another protest took place Sunday afternoon in downtown Portland.

Governor Mills signs executive order as restrictions are gradually lifted

Governor Janet Mills on Friday signed an executive order which outlines steps the state will take as restrictions are eased.

7 employees at the Maine Emergency Operations Center test negative for Covid-19 after showing symptoms

Maine’s Center for Disease Control says all 7 employees at the state’s Emergency Operations Center who were showing symptoms of Covid-19 have tested negative.

Crash kills teenager, injures two others, after driver flees from police in Turner

Police are investigating a crash in Turner that left a teenager dead and two others injured on Friday morning.

Remote Maine town decides to remove its only public payphone

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — A remote Maine town is hanging up its public payphone after residents and officials noted its lack of use.

Maine tribes get boost for pandemic care

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — An agency that provides health care and other services to American Indian tribal groups in Maine is getting $300,000 from the federal government for pandemic response.

Biden to help Maine Democrats rally at online event

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) Former Vice President and current presidential candidate Joe Biden will rally Maine Democrats at an online event this weekend.

Maine’s BMV set to reopen Monday by appointment only

Maine’s Bureau of Motor Vehicles will be reopening to the public, but you’ll have to make an appointment first.

Police in York County recover stolen graduation signs, say thefts were a senior prank

High school graduation signs that were stolen from Massabesic High School and homes in the area have been recovered.

Maine businesses file suit over denied federal relief loans

Three Maine companies are suing the Small Business Administration for denying them federal Paycheck Protection Program loans because they are in bankruptcy.

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Marathon milestone shattered: Sabastian Sawe breaks the fabled 2-hour barrier by 30 seconds

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A pair of African distance runners took down what was once among the most unthinkable records in sports on Sunday, shattering the long-unapproachable two-hour barrier in the 26.2-mile (42.2-kilometer) marathon.

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Moderate Fire Conditions Present in Maine

Most of the state is under moderate fire danger.

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Kennebunkport Police Report String of Car Thefts, Burglaries

Officers are calling the incidents "crimes of opportunity," as unlocked cars or visible belongings are easy targets.

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Brewer man arrested for hit and run crash in Bangor

48-year-old David Harris was arrested by police this morning on multiple charges, including operating without a license.

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Deadly House Fire in Hiram Claims a Life

Investigators from the State Fire Marshal’s Office were called to the scene of a deadly house fire in Hiram. Crews…