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Maine’s Jackson Laboratory to Expand in China

A Maine biomedical science laboratory says it is growing its presence in China.

Record Low Temperatures Set in Maine

It’s bitter cold in Maine, enough to set some record temperatures.

Nurse Claims She Was Fired From Prison for Reporting Issues

A Maine nurse has sued a health care contractor employed by Maine prisons, claiming she was fired when she raised concerns over unsafe practices.

University Settles Sexual Harassment Suit With Professor

A University of New England professor has reached a settlement with the school over sexual harassment claims.

Governor Says He’ll Appeal Latest Medicaid Expansion Ruling

Maine’s Republican governor plans to appeal a state judge’s ruling that lays out a timeline to implement Medicaid expansion as voters demanded in 2017.

State Says Revenue Exceeds Expectations Again In October

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) — Republican Gov. Paul LePage’s administration says that tax revenue has surpassed expectations again in October.

Retired Teacher Donates $700K to UMaine-Farmington

A home economics teacher who died in May has left behind $700,000 for her alma mater.

Wardens Say Hunter Found Hypothermic in Maine

The Maine Warden Service says a hunter who got lost on Westport Island was severely hypothermic by the time he was located.

Investor Buys Land Near Popular Maine Lighthouse Park

A company in Maine says it has bought 30 acres of waterfront property that was once slated for a hotel and conference center near a popular lighthouse park.

Maine Court Declines to Take Up Tribal Gambling Question

Maine’s top state court is declining to weigh in on the constitutionality of tribal gambling.

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Platner Campaign Experiences Yet Another Shakeup in Staff

The campaign has endured several departures.

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Maine Churches, Schools Open Chapters of Late Charlie Kirk’s Organization

At least 20 Turning Point chapters have been established at colleges, high schools and churches in Maine.

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Boy turns himself in to police following stabbing in Aroostook County

A juvenile accused of stabbing someone during a fight in Caribou on Halloween turned himself in to police.

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Sprinkler system contained fire at Portland senior citizen complex

There were no injuries reported when a fire broke out at the Deering Pavilion on Forest Avenue in Portland.