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Maine Breaks Ground on New Veterans Home

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   Maine’s Democratic governor is set to deliver remarks at the groundbreaking of a new veterans home

Maine Could Source More Prescriptions Drugs from Canada

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   Maine could source more prescription drugs at a lower cost from Canada under a leading Democrat’s bills

University of New England to Freeze Pay to Minimize Hikes

BIDDEFORD, Maine (AP)   The University of New England says it will freeze employee salaries to minimize further tuition hikes

Maine Panel Considers Ranked Choice Voting Bills

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   Maine could expand its new voting system and allow voters to rank gubernatorial and legislative candidates from first to last on November ballots

Teachers, AFL-CIO Rally for Right to Strike in Maine

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   Maine teachers unions and the state AFL-CIO want certain public employees to have the right to strike

Sagadahoc County Man Charged in Father’s Shooting

A Sagadahoc County man has been charged with attempted murder for allegedly shooting his father during a fight at their family’s camp in Hancock County.

Maine Mulls Latest Sick Leave Proposal

A bill that would ensure certain employees earn paid time off in Maine is evolving in the Legislature.

State Announces Quarantine on Invasive Forest Insect

Officials in Maine have announced a formal quarantine to slow the spread of a destructive, invasive forest insect found within trees in two areas of the state.

Maine Congressional Delegation Gearing up for Re-Elections

Maine’s Democratic House members are continuing to raise money for their re-election campaigns.

Astronaut From Maine Preparing for Her First Space Flight

An astronaut who grew up in Maine will be heading to the International Space Station in September.

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15 hours ago in Local

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.

15 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.

16 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.

16 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.

16 hours ago in Local

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.