Lawyers clash over petitions via video before supreme court

Maine’s supreme court says it will rule “expeditiously” on disputed petitions needed to proceed with a November referendum on a $1 billion hydropower transmission corridor project.

City of Portland extends stay-at-home order, mandates masks for some workers

The City of Portland has moved to extend it’s stay-at-home order until May 18th.

Maine pols: Feds must step up to protect lobster fishery now

Leaders in the Maine Legislature are calling on the federal government to protect the lobster fishery in the wake of a ruling about protection of rare whales.

Old Orchard Beach teen identified as victim in fatal Scarborough wreck

Police say the victim in a deadly crash Monday morning in Scarborough has been identified as a local teenager.

Maine moose lottery will take place solely online this year

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) This year’s annual drawing for a moose hunting permit will take place exclusively online.

UMaine seeks final applications for master food preservation

FALMOUTH, Maine (AP) The University of Maine is looking for residents who are interested in becoming masters at food preservation, which could be a useful skill during the coronavirus pandemic.

Lewiston man identified as victim in deadly turnpike crash

Police have identified the man who was killed in a single-vehicle crash on the Maine Turnpike in Lewiston Monday night.

Maine Airports get $6 million for improvements

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) Airports around Maine are getting more than $6 million in federal funding to make improvements while they cope with the impact of reduced travel.

Driver found dead after vehicle rolls over into Scarborough Marsh

The driver of a vehicle involved in a rollover crash in Scarborough was killed, police say.

Maine takes steps to confront budget crisis, freeze spending

Gov. Janet Mills said Monday she asked two key advisory committees on economic forecasting and state revenues to meet earlier than normal as her administration plans for what’s expected to be a major budget crisis.