Maine’s hardest hit counties to get testing help

A medical center that serves two of the hardest-hit counties in Maine is slated to receive a boost from the federal government to offer more coronavirus testing.

Woman killed in shark attack off Bailey Island identified

A woman was killed in an apparent shark attack off the coast of Maine on Monday, a rare occurrence that has only been recorded once before in the state by an unprovoked shark.

Portland to take action to help homeless population during coronavirus pandemic

The Portland City Council looking to take action to help the city’s homeless population during the coronavirus pandemic.

Maine Fishermen hold ocean concert to raise funds

Protect Maine’s Fishing Heritage Foundation (PMFHF) is holding a live concert on the ocean to raise money for Maine lobstermen on August 02, 2020. 

Car crashes into Portland ball park and playground, killing one

Police in Maine’s largest city are investigating the death of a 76-year-old man who was killed when a car drove onto a baseball field and struck him in one its most visited public spaces.

Maine Republicans seek to ease state entry restrictions

Maine Republicans and hospitality and business groups said Monday the state should ease restrictions on entry into the state to try to save what’s left of the summer tourism season. Gov. Janet Mills, rebuked that the Republicans “care more about Massachusetts money than the life of a Maine person.”

45-acre fire in Baxter State Park still under investigation

The source of a May wildfire that consumed 45 acres in Baxter State Park remains undetermined, but it was not caused by lightning, Maine forestry officials said.

Public health officials report 18 new coronavirus cases in Maine

AUGUSTA, Maine – The Maine Center for Disease Control reported 18 new cases of COVID-19 and no new deaths on Monday.

Maine to offer free immunization clinics before schools open

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention is launching free immunization clinics for children in advance of the new school year because of the impact the coronavirus pandemic had on pediatric visits.

Maine encouraging hunters to apply for deer lottery soon

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) Maine wildlife officials are encouraging hunters to apply soon for a permit to participate in what could be a busy deer hunting season.