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Northern Maine University Receives Largest Gift in History

A Maine university says it has received the largest one-time gift in its history, and it’s using the money to establish its first endowed chair.

Corrections Officer Charged With Cocaine Trafficking

A Cumberland County corrections officer is behind bars after being charged with dealing cocaine.

Teenager Treated at Hospital After Snowy Bus Stop Crash

Police say a teenage student was treated for bumps and bruises after he was struck by a vehicle while crossing the road to board a school bus on a snowy morning.

Acadia Says Firewood Will Be Available Through Lottery

Officials at Maine’s Acadia National Park say there will be a lottery to determine who will be able to purchase firewood from the park at bargain prices.

Early Winter Weather Dumps Heavy Snow on Parts of Maine

Parts of Maine have received their first significant snowfall of the season.

Maine Dems Hold Absentee Ballot Advantage as Election Looms

Democrats are outpacing Republicans when it comes to absentee voting in Maine.

School District to Test ‘Remote School Days’ During Winter

ROCKLAND, Maine (AP) Kids in one Maine school district may have to cut their fun in the snow short this…

Lead Abatement Program Clears 500 Housing Units

A Maine lead abatement program has cleared its 500th housing unit of lead since the program launched in 2009.

Shipyard Gets Nearly $55 Million for 140-Ton Crane

The Navy has awarded a contract of nearly $55 million for a 140-ton crane at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard.

Maine Paper Mill Sold To Chinese

OLD TOWN, Maine (AP) _ A Chinese paper firm has finalized a deal to purchase a Maine paper mill. The…

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Central Maine Power is again requesting a rate change after its previous request was turned down by regulators.

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Bates College Lifts Shelter-In-Place as Lewiston Police Search for Armed Man

Students at Bates College in Lewiston were told to shelter-in-place Thursday afternoon due to reports of a man with a gun.