Maine AG, others want Trump to protect meat industry workers

Maine’s attorney general has joined a group of 20 of his peers to call for the Trump Administration to take steps to make sure meat and poultry processing facilities are safe for employees.

Deadline nearing for Mainers seeking moose hunting permit

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) The final day to apply for a place in the Maine moose permit lottery has arrived.

Maine officials search for bear after attacks on livestock, beehives

JAY, Maine (AP) A black bear has attacked ten goats, eight of whom died, and destroyed three beehives in homes across southern Maine.

Portland city council to consider closing streets for outdoor dining and retail

The city of Portland is proposing changes as they look to get restaurants and retail businesses back open by June 1st.

Maine promotes insurance, testing amid coronavirus pandemic

State officials in Maine said Tuesday they’re working to link residents to affordable insurance and more testing options during the coronavirus pandemic.

Supreme court rejects appeal in 4-year-old girl’s death

A Maine woman who’s serving a 50-year prison sentence for the death of a 4-year-old girl has lost her appeal.

Majority of workers who tested positive for coronavirus at Portland food plant showed no symptoms

More than half of the workers who tested positive for the coronavirus at a food-processing plant in Portland showed no symptoms, Tyson Foods said.

Air National Guard flyover to salute Maine first responders

The Maine Air National Guard is honoring healthcare workers and essential personnel with a flyover on Tuesday.

UMaine student retention rate holds steady amid pandemic

Data from the University of Maine System shows most students are staying the course despite the pandemic.

Traffic in Maine rises slightly as restrictions are lifted, but still lower than last year

More Mainers are getting in their cars and trucks now that coronavirus restrictions are beginning to lift.