Governor’s administration releases new COVID-19 prevention checklists for businesses

The administration of Governor Janet Mills released new Covid-19 prevention checklists for casinos and short-term rentals in the state.

Two Maine paper mills announce layoffs

The Sappi paper mill in Westbrook will be shutting off one of it’s paper machines and laying off 75 workers.

Game wardens rescue two hikers stranded on Black Mountain

Game wardens rescued two hikers who needed medical attention on Black Mountain just before thunderstorms rolled through the area on Tuesday.

Maine woman sentenced to 10 years behind bars for killing of 2-year-old girl

A Maine woman charged in the killing of a 2-year-old girl who changed her plea was sentenced to 20 years behind bars with all but 10 suspended.

Police investigate fatal crash in Scarborough

Scarborough Police say a driver was killed after they struck a tree on Tuesday morning.

Republicans seek to appeal to Trump support in rural Maine

Three Republicans who want to flip a highly competitive Congressional seat in Maine think the key to winning is to appeal to fans of President Donald Trump in rural parts of the state.

Maine Republicans, Democrats squabble over special session

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) Senate President Troy Jackson, a Democrat, accused Republican leaders of a “politically motivated stunt” in demanding that the Maine Legislature return to session to address a narrow agenda, including revoking the governor’s emergency powers.

Maine pays out more than $1 billion in jobless benefits during COVID-19 pandemic

Maine has now paid out more than $1 billion in unemployment benefits during the coronavirus pandemic.

Cumberland County Sheriff calls for investigation following confrontation between corrections officer and inmate

A corrections officer at Cumberland County Jail is at the center of an investigation following a physical confrontation involving an inmate.

Maine steps up mask rules, extends state of emergency

Maine has extended its state of civil emergency, and is requiring masks in more places.