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Retailers in 12 counties to reopen; CDC watches for outbreak

Retailers in 12 counties that have not experienced large numbers of coronavirus cases began reopening Monday in Maine.

Maine environmental regulators approve new energy corridor

Maine environmental regulators have approved a $1 billion utility transmission project that would serve as a conduit for up to 1,200 megawatts of Canadian hydropower to flow into the New England power grid.

CMP proposes coronavirus fund to settle investigation over improper disconnect notices

Central Maine Power says it will set aside half a million dollars for customers impacted by coronavirus, as it looks to settle an investigation into improper disconnect notices.

Maine’s moose hunt to go forward, permit applications due

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) Maine wildlife managers are collecting the last applications to participate in the state’s moose hunt this year.

Maine climate group looking for feedback on strategies

A group charged with developing and recommending mitigation and adaptation strategies for the state of Maine is looking for public comment on its ideas.

Maine summer camps awaiting virus guidance

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) A dozen or more summer camps won’t be opening this summer in Maine because of the coronavirus, but others are still awaiting further guidance before issuing a decision.

Retail stores in 12 Maine counties open doors under Gov.’s rural reopening plan

More businesses are opening their doors Monday under the governor’s revised plan for reopening the economy.

Gov. Mills’ rural reopening depends on county lines for businesses

Separated by a bridge going across the Androscoggin River, there’s not much separating Brunswick and Topsham.

Union Fair joins list of cancelled summer events

UNION (WGME) — The Union Fair and Maine’s Wild Blueberry Festival have joined the list of cancelled summer events due…

Lawsuit says Governor’s shutdown orders are unconstitutional

AUGUSTA (WGME) — Over a dozen business owners sued Governor Janet Mills on Friday over her shutdown orders in response…

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Child Molestation Suspect from Rhode Island Arrested in Maine

Wright was wanted on three counts of first-degree child molestation, and two counts of second-degree child molestation. 

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Barn in Arundel Destroyed in Large Nighttime Fire

Firefighters from Arundel were on the scene for close to four hours

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Market organizers are once again matching purchases made through SNAP and EBT.

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A 12-year-old Skowhegan girl has been found safe after she was reported missing.

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U.S. Marshals arrest Rhode Island man in Maine for child molestation

A Rhode Island man wanted on five counts of child molestation was arrested in Maine.