Sen. Collins Sees ‘Glimmer of Hope’ for Shutdown Compromise

WASHINGTON (AP)   Republican Sen. Susan Collins of Maine, who voted for GOP and Democratic proposals for ending the government shutdown that ultimately failed, says she sees a “glimmer of hope” because more than dozen senators appear to be willing to compromise

Two Injured in Casco Crash

CASCO, Maine (WGAN)  The Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office says two people have been sent to the hospital after a crash in Casco

Collins Backs Both Spending Plans in Vote That Fails to End Government Shutdown

Senator Susan Collins says she remains hopeful that both sides can work together to end an ongoing partial federal government shutdown, despite two proposals to end it getting rejected in the U.S. Senate on Thursday.

After 105 Animals Seized, Man Banned From Farming For Life

SORRENTO, Maine (AP) — A Maine judge has banned a man from farming for life after authorities seized 105 animals from his farm.

Maine’s Rare Hawk Likely To Lose Part Of Toe To Frostbite

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — A rare hawk that has been living in Maine will likely lose at least part of a toe due to frostbite, but it will likely still have adequate use of the foot for standing and catching prey.

Newport Woman Escapes Serious Injury After Her Vehicle Overturns on Bridge

A Newport woman suffered minor injuries after her vehicle overturned on I-95 in Waterville on Thursday.

Seafood Firm’s Effort To Reopen Stymied By Shutdown

HANCOCK, Maine (AP) — A Maine seafood business’s efforts to reopen are being waylaid due to the ongoing federal government shutdown.

Maine Medical Association Executive to Lead Opioid Battle

Democratic Maine Gov. Janet Mills has appointed a longtime Maine Medical Association executive to lead the administration’s response to the opioid crisis.

Bear Beef in Bruin-Filled Maine, Where Hunt Might Grow

Hunters and animal welfare activists are preparing for a spat in the Maine Statehouse this year over a pair of bills that could potentially expand the state’s bear hunt.

New Congressman Named to Subcommittee Overseeing Shipyards

Maine’s newest member of Congress has been appointed to a pair of subcommittees that could allow him to influence policy about shipbuilding, which is a major employer in the state.