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A Horse, a Highway, a Whisperer — and a Happy Ending

A deputy-turned-horse-whisper is getting credit for saving a wandering horse in Maine.

Maine Considering Its Own Equal Rights Amendment

A proposal to amend the Maine Constitution to outlaw discrimination on the basis of gender is moving through the Democratic-controlled Legislature.

Big Police Turnout for Funeral of Detective Killed on I-95

Law enforcement officers from New England and Canada were in attendance at a funeral for a Maine State Police detective who was killed while assisting a driver.

Temporary President of UMaine’s Capital Campus to Stay

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   The chancellor of the University of Maine System says the president of the university’s Augusta campus, who had been serving on a temporary basis, will continue to lead the school

Man Doesn’t Testify at Hearing in Sheriff’s Deputy Case

A hearing for a Maine man who wants his confession to killing a sheriff’s deputy tossed out has ended without him taking the stand.

Judge Considers Fate of Woman Charged in 4-Year-Old’s Death

The case of a Maine woman charged in the death of a 4-year-old girl now rests with a judge.

Driver Assisted by Detective Killed in Accident Identified

Maine State Police have identified the driver who was being assisted by a detective before the officer was struck and killed by a wheel that had separated from a logging truck trailer.

New Licenses for Mainers, Who Will Swap Moose for Lighthouse

Maine’s driver’s licenses and identification cards will have a new look when residents do their next renewals.

Crash Snarls Traffic on Turnpike

SACO, Maine (WGAN)  State Police say northbound traffic on the Turnpike in Saco has resumed following a tractor trailer crash this morning

Proposal to Alter Maine Clam Harvest Rules Up for Hearing

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   A proposal that could change the way clam harvesters ply their trade in Maine is up for a hearing in the state capital this week

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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.

18 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.

19 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.

19 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.