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Maine OKs New Regional Centers Serving School Districts

Maine says new regional service centers will provide another way for school districts to share programs and services for students.

Maine Democrats target GOP Gov. LePage at party convention

Some of the Democrats seeking the opportunity to replace Maine’s bombastic Republican governor couldn’t resist teeing off on him at the Maine Democratic Party convention.

Missing Man’s Body Found in Woods

The Sagadahoc County Sheriff’s Office believes a body found in the woods of West Bath is that of 70 year-old Edward Barrett.

Firefighters Fix Leaking Railcar in South Portland

A gas leak in South Portland has put one train car out of commission.

Ferry Rates Skyrocket in Isleboro

The Maine Department of Transportation has denied Isleboro’s request to delay a ferry rate increase.

Maine Lobsterman Found Dead in the Ocean

The U.S. Coast Guard says a lobsterman has died while fishing near Marshall Island in Jericho Bay off Stonington.

Maine turkey hunt enters final 2 weeks of spring

Maine’s annual spring turkey hunt is entering its final two weeks of the year.

Maine Flags to be Flown at Half-Staff Following Texas Massacre

Governor LePage has ordered all American and State of Maine flags to be flown at half-staff, following the school shooting in Texas Friday morning.

Company Files Lawsuit Against Housing Project Developers

PORTLAND, Maine (AP)   A Vermont construction company has filed a lawsuit against the developers involved in a stalled housing project in Maine, saying the developers have been “playing a shell game” to avoid paying their bills

Hospital System Ends Partnerships Over Opioid Lawsuit

Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems is withdrawing from partnerships it has with two Maine cities over a lawsuit filed against opioid manufacturers.

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Graham Platner campaign manager resigns after controversial posts online resurface

Campaign Director Genevieve McDonald resigned from her post as campaign director yesterday, saying that the views expressed by Platner weren't values she could stand behind.

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Judge sentences Maine man to 38 years for the killing of his stepson

An Oxford man was sentenced Friday to 38 years behind bars for the killing of his stepson.

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Wardens offer $3,000 reward after lynx found dead in Aroostook County

Maine Game Wardens are offering $3,000 for information about the illegal killing of a Canada lynx.

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High Trails at Baxter State Park Closed for Season

The closure includes Owl Trail, which is the northernmost section of the Appalachian Trail

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New York Man Tracked Down For Maine Murder

Maine State Police say the investigation is ongoing.