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Governor Janet Mills: States must lead on climate after Paris pullout

Maine’s governor says President Donald Trump’s move to withdraw from an international climate accord should motivate states to take the lead in fighting global warming.

Maine governor’s inaugural committee still owes $60K

The fundraising committee for Maine Gov. Janet Mills’ inauguration celebration still owes the capital city $60,000.

Police in Greater Portland area look to identify suspects in commercial burglary spree

South Portland police say they’re working with other departments in the area to identify suspects in a series of commercial burglaries.

Crews extinguish boat blaze on Portland’s waterfront

Firefighters responded to a boat fire on Portland’s waterfront Tuesday morning.

Police search for missing Lincoln man who walked away from wreck in Lee

Maine State Police are asking for help finding a Lincoln man who walked away from a wreck in Lee and hasn’t been seen since.

Future of Gulf of Maine draws scientists, leaders to event

Scientists and leaders from New England and Canada are gathering in Maine this week for an event focused on what the warming of the ocean will mean for the region.

Maine will accept first marijuana business applications soon

Maine officials say the state will start taking applications to license recreational marijuana businesses before the end of the fall.

Election day in Maine includes two statewide ballot questions, several mayoral races

Mainers are heading to the polls today. There are just two questions on the statewide ballot and mayoral races will be decided in several cities.

Bus Company Reports More Than 50% Growth in Ridership

Newly released data shows Concord Coach Lines’ ridership in Maine is up by more than 50% from a decade ago.

Man who helped people escape building explosion improving

The condition of a building supervisor credited with getting people to safety before a deadly explosion in Maine has been upgraded from serious to fair.

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One Dead in Skowhegan House Fire

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The body was taken to the Chief Medical Examiner in Augusta for identification.

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Maine State Police Investigate Death of Missing Thomaston Man

The cause and manner of death are still under investigation

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Two Arrested in Waterville After 6 Month Drug Trafficking Investigation

Both suspects are currently at the Kennebec County Jail awaiting court appearances.

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Republican-backed PAC raises millions for ads targeting Graham Platner

A political action committee created to help Republican U.S. Senator Susan Collins win reelection is spending nearly $2 million attacking Democratic challenger Graham Platner.

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Lewiston police investigate report of shots fired

Lewiston police are investigating a report of shots fired overnight Tuesday morning near Jefferson Street.