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Fishermen, Environmentalists to Blast Offshore Drilling Plan

Fishing groups, environmentalists, politicians and tourism advocates are set to make their case against the Trump administration’s proposal to expand offshore drilling in the Atlantic and other ocean waters.

Vigil Held for Girl Who Was Allegedly Beaten to Death

Some people are calling for justice following the death of a girl who police say was allegedly beaten by her parents in Maine.

Law Would Boost Mental Health Help in County Jails

County jails could get more help addressing mental health and substance abuse under a Republican lawmaker’s legislation.

Lawmakers Look at Public Health Approach to Opioid Crisis

Maine lawmakers are looking at treating the opioid crisis with a public health approach.

LePage Administration Outsources Part of Medicaid Program

Republican Gov. Paul LePage’s plan to outsource part of the state’s Medicaid application process will cost the state more.

Worker Killed in Accident at Maine Sawmill

Officials say a worker has died in an accident at a Maine wood products mill.

Maine Seeking Feedback About Creating New Opportunity Zones

Maine officials are soliciting feedback about the use of a new federal program designed to bring jobs and growth to localized areas.

Maine Says It’s Time to Kill Rash-Causing Caterpillars

State entomologists say it’s time for Maine property owners to remove a species of invasive caterpillar from trees where they can be reached.

All 3 Sought in Millinocket Death Are Now Behind Bars

All three suspects in a fatal shooting in December in Millinocket, Maine, are behind bars.

Marketing Lobsters, Harvesting Crabs On Agenda At Fish Forum

The social event of the year in the world of Maine fishing is coming to a close in Rockport.

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Police find missing teen after vehicle pursuit in Skowhegan

A missing teenager was found in the vehicle of a Norridgewock man who police say led them on a chase in Skowhegan on Thursday.

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Maine State Police seeking information about bank fraud suspect in Aroostook County and Bangor

A woman is wanted for bank fraud in Bangor and Aroostook County.

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What to Know About Maine U.S. Senate Race

Democrats are hoping to unseat Republican Susan Collins.

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Drought Gets Worse Across Maine Impacting Drinking Water

Drought conditions across the state have worsened over the past week.

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Maine Housing Market Becoming More Buyer Friendly

Sellers and buyers are on more equal footing for negotiating their home purchase.