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Maine tax on Poland Spring rejected in committee

A Maine legislative committee has voted against a bill to tax water bottler Poland Spring.

Maine confirms first case of measles in 2 years

MADISON, Maine (AP)   The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention says the first confirmed case of measles in the state since 2017 involves a vaccinated child who has recovered from the disease

Maine weighs taking guns from some individuals

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   Maine could allow police to take guns from certain individuals as part of Democratic-led calls for firearm control

Acadia National Park slated for improvements in months ahead

BAR HARBOR, Maine (AP)   The National Park Service says numerous improvements are taking place at Acadia National Park in Maine over the coming months

New trial ordered because jurors didn’t see cellphone video

Maine’s supreme court has ordered a new trial for a man who allegedly resisted arrest because jurors weren’t allowed to see cellphone video taken by the defendant’s sister.

Hunting license charges dropped against ex-lawmaker

A Maine district attorney is dismissing charges against a former state lawmaker for failing to disclose a felony conviction when he obtained a hunting license.

Maine House gives its final OK to some vaccine opt-outs

A bill to end Maine’s religious and philosophical exemptions to vaccines needs to clear just one more hurdle before heading to the governor’s desk.

Man who tore up road may be off the hook for restitution

A Maine man who used a tractor to cause $52,000 in damage to a road that was about to be paved has lost his criminal appeal. But he may be off the hook for restitution.

Bill to expand abortion providers in Maine gets OK in House

Maine could expand the kinds of health care providers who can perform abortions under a bill making its way through the Democratic-led Legislature.

Police: Man shot to end six-hour standoff in Auburn, Maine

Police say a six-hour, armed standoff in Auburn, Maine, is over.

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Trump Shuts Down Offshore Wind in New England; Nova Scotia Eyes Opportunity

The administration’s freeze on U.S. ocean wind projects could set clean energy back a decade. Nova Scotia’s massive Wind West project hopes to fill the gap and even sell power to the U.S.

6 hours ago in Local

Federal Policy Could Push Hundreds of Mainers Out of Long-Term Housing

HUD plans to cut funding for permanent supportive housing and shift to transitional programs, leaving vulnerable Mainers at risk of homelessness. Advocates warn shelters could be overwhelmed.

7 hours ago in Local

Maine Announces $550K in Grants to Boost Coastal Resilience

The state just announced $550,000 in grants to help communities prepare for future storms and flooding. Towns and regional groups can apply for funding to strengthen infrastructure and plan for climate risks. Applications are due Jan. 5.

7 hours ago in Local

Portland Unveils Maine’s First Electric Boat Charger

Portland just unveiled the state’s first electric boat charger at Wright’s Wharf. The move is part of a push to cut emissions and noise in the marine industry.

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Overdose Deaths Continue to Decline in Maine for Third Year

Overdose deaths have dropped for the third year in a row! Fatal overdoses are down 23% compared to last year, and officials credit naloxone distribution and expanded treatment options. If the trend continues, Maine could see the fewest overdose deaths in six years.