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Maine Considers Allowing Non-Doctors to Perform Abortions

Health care providers on both sides of the abortion debate have begun to weigh in on a Maine bill to allow nurse practitioners, physician assistants and certified nurse-midwives to perform abortions.

Court Rules in Favor of Woman Seeking Opioid Meds in Jail

A federal appeals court has affirmed a judge’s order requiring a Maine jail to provide medication to a woman to keep her opioid addiction in remission.

Police: 1 Killed, 1 Injured in Crash in Pembroke, Maine

Maine State Police say a pickup truck towing a trailer went out of control and crashed into a tree in Pembroke, killing the driver and seriously injuring his passenger.

Police Identify Driver in Fiery Crash

HAMPDEN, Maine (WGAN)  State Police have identified the driver killed in a fatal crash in Hampden Tuesday afternoon

Westbrook Ready to Launch 8,200-Capacity Concert Venue

WESTBROOK, Maine (AP)   Right now, it’s a muddy construction zone but organizers insist Westbrook’s 8,200-capacity “Rock Row” will be ready for its first outdoor concert in less than a month

Public to Weigh in on Bill to Expand Who Performs Abortions

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   The public can weigh in on Democratic Gov. Janet Mills’ bill to allow nurse practitioners, physician assistants and certified nurse-midwives to perform abortions

Maine County Seeks Bids for 300-Bed Jail

A Maine county is seeking a firm to build a 300-bed jail.

Bill to Ban Firearms at Polls, Town Meetings Faces Odds

A bill to allow towns to ban firearms at voting places and government meetings is moving ahead, but faces steep odds.

Maine Senate Passes Bill to Ban Native American Mascots

A bill to prevent Maine public schools from using mascots and logos depicting Native Americans has passed the Senate.

Warden Pilot Locates 2 Women Whose SUV Broke Down in the Woods

A Maine Warden Service pilot has found a pair of women missing for two days after their SUV broke down in a remote part of the state.

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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.

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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.

13 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.

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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.