Maine governor won’t sign 35 bills adopted on final day

The chaotic conclusion of the Maine Legislature’s session won’t include any new laws: Democratic Gov. Janet Mills said Tuesday she won’t sign any of the 35 bills sent to her on the final day of the session, allowing all of them to die.

Maine to spend $25 million to rebuild waterfront after devastating winter storms and flooding

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Maine’s government will spend tens of millions of dollars to rebuild the state’s working waterfront communities…

New industry readies for launch as researchers hone offshore wind turbines that float

ORONO, Maine (AP) — As waves grew and gusts increased, a wind turbine bobbed gently, its blades spinning with a…

Gov. Mills will not remove Oxford County sheriff after misconduct hearing

Gov. Janet Mills says voters should have the final say on whether or not to remove Oxford County Sheriff Christopher Wainwright.

MAB, WGAN & WAA announce partnership on new veteran program

PORTLAND and COLUMBIA FALLS, Maine —Today, the Maine Association of Broadcasters (MAB) announces a new weekly veteran program, “The Maine…

Maine governor’s vetoes sustained while lawmakers address late spending proposals

The Maine Legislature is ready to dispatch unfinished business that extends well beyond several vetoed bill. Lawmakers are also voting Friday on 80 late spending proposals that the governor warned could push the budget “to the breaking point.”

Judge dismisses lawsuit by mother who said school hid teen’s gender expression

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit brought by a Maine woman who accused school officials of…

Maine legislative committee gives approval to fund bills addressing abortion access, civil rights

The Maine Legislature’s Budget Committee met Tuesday as dozens of bills still face further action before they can go to the governor’s desk.

Portland man challenges conviction in shooting death of his partner

A Maine man who pleaded guilty to killing the mother of his three children is challenging his conviction.

Police ask for help finding missing juvenile from Morrill

Waldo County deputies are asking for help locating a missing 15-year-old.