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UMaine at Farmington President Takes New Job at NJ College

The president of the University of Maine at Farmington is departing to lead a college in New Jersey.

Bill to Create Small “Microgrid” Power Sources Moves Forward

A legislative committee has recommended passage of a Maine bill that would allow towns to make local power grids with increased independence.

Police Investigating Stolen Car in Sanford

SANFORD, Maine (WGAN)  Sanford Police say they are looking for the public’s help identifying a suspect

Law Enforcement, Advocates to Discuss Child Abuse in Maine

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   Maine child abuse advocates and law enforcement officials are speaking out after two girls recently died following abuse in their homes

Lawmakers to Consider Governor’s Student Loan Credit Bill

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   Certain Mainers and their employers could more easily receive tax credits for paying off their student loans under a bill

Bayside Project Hits The Skids

Portland, ME (WGAN) So much for the plans to spend $85 million developing Portland’s Bayside neighborhood….the so-called midtown project.

Police: Man Seriously Injured In Fall From Pub Deck

ROCKLAND, Maine (AP) _ Police in Maine say a man was seriously injured in a fall from the deck of a pub over the weekend.

Maine Shipyard Proposes New Building in Brunswick

BRUNSWICK, Maine (AP)   Bath Iron Works plans to build a 20,000-square-foot building to replace the existing “blast and paint” building at the Hardings plant in Brunswick

Governor Wants Nearly $1 Million for Health Agency Attorneys

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   Maine’s Republican governor wants the state to direct nearly $1 million to keep attorneys in the Department of Health and Human Services

State Weighs Rules for Labs that Extract Pot Concentrates

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   Maine lawmakers are considering regulations that would provide legitimacy for labs that extract concentrates from marijuana to create pot-infused foods and oils

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Portland Jetport Bracing for Cancellations with Air Traffic Reduction Order

The Jetport is encouraging passengers to check their flight status before heading to the airport.

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Police Looking for 17-Year-Old Missing Since Sunday

Officers say Mary Hembree was supposed to be spending the night with friends in Brewer.

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2nd graders reported missing in Topsham found safe

The Sagadahoc County Emergency Management Agency has confirmed that both girls have been found safe.

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Police say repo agent shot at while trying to retrieve vehicle of Cape Elizabeth man

A Cape Elizabeth man is accused of shooting at a repossession agent who came to collect his car on Wednesday.

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Missing Mildbridge woman being sought by police

Police in Washington County are asking for help locating a woman who was last heard from on Wednesday.