Maine population grew slowly over the last decade

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) Maine’s population grew slowly over the last decade, in which the state added about 34,000 residents, the U.S. Census Bureau reported on Monday.

Proposal would expand preventative dental care to 70K adults

The Maine Legislature is taking up a proposal to cover preventive dental coverage for about 70,000 adults under MaineCare.

Governor Mills says establishment of “Maine Connectivity Authority” will expand broadband access

Governor Janet Mills unveiled new legislation on Monday that would expand broadband internet access in Maine.

Maine police officer being remembered after fatal 2018 shooting

The life of a Maine police officer who was killed in the line of duty is being remembered three years after his death.

Police ask for help locating missing Livermore Falls teen

Police in Maine say they’re looking for a missing teenager from Livermore Falls.

Lewiston motorcyclist arrested following alleged high-speed chase with police

A motorcyclist from Lewiston accused of surpassing 150 mph while leading police on a chase is now in custody.

Maine jails seek COVID-19 vaccines for inmates

Some county jails are making alternative arrangements to get COVID-19 vaccines for inmates because of the slow pace of deliveries from the Maine Department of Corrections.

Moths that cause itchy rash primed for big year in Maine

BANGOR, Maine (AP) The Maine Forest Service is warning residents that this could be an especially bad summer for a species of invasive moth that causes an itchy rash in people.

Murder trial is only 2nd since pandemic in Maine

BANGOR, Maine (AP) Jury selection got underway Monday in what’s only the second murder trial to be held in Maine since the start of the pandemic.

Consultant: Refurbished ferry terminal would cost up to $21M

The town has agreed to lease part of the 7-acre property to Bay Ferries, which has been trying to revive The CAT catamaran ferry service between Bar Harbor and Nova Scotia.