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Maine school superintendent critical of COVID-19 rules tests positive

WATERVILLE, Maine (AP) The superintendent of a private school who previously referred to COVID-19 restrictions as “twisted and sick” has tested positive for the virus as infections remain high across Maine.

Maine’s redistricting commission completes its work

A bipartisan panel on Monday completed work on redrawing the state’s congressional and legislative districts, and state lawmakers will gather Wednesday to vote on the maps.

Millions in pandemic relief money slated for Maine child care providers

The Maine Department of Health and Human Services said Monday it is going to distribute $73 million in federal money to child care providers to help pay for staff and costs related to the coronavirus pandemic.

Data breach of web company reveals personal information of 190 Mainers

A data breach targeting a web company that has connections with far-right fringe groups has impacted nearly 200 Mainers.

Maine group to hold forum about how to help unvaccinated

A Maine organization has scheduled an event designed to help residents talk to their family members and neighbors about the importance of getting vaccinated against COVID-19.

Maine finds no violations at salmon farm fish die off site

Regulators in Maine said they found no permit violations stemming from thousands of fish deaths at an aquaculture operation off the state’s coast.

Portland church pastor says overnight fire appears to be arson

Investigators suspect a fire that damaged part of a church in Portland was arson.

Man shot and killed by police outside Auburn motel

An area in downtown Auburn was blocked off as authorities responded to an officer-involved shooting on Monday.

Maine rep: National Blueberry Month to include wild berries

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) A congresswoman from Maine has pushed for National Blueberry Month to include wild blueberries, which are a major crop in the state.

Parts of Maine dealt with extreme rain over the weekend

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) Storms that rolled through Maine left some places dealing with flash flooding and other places nearly dry over the weekend, officials said.

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