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Maine CDC Director Shah set to leave post in March for leadership position with U.S. CDC

Maine CDC Director Dr. Nirav Shah will be leaving his post for a job with the U.S. CDC.

Human remains found in ocean off Maine coast more than 20 years ago identified

The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner has identified human remains found 27 miles off the coast of Maine more than 20 years ago.

Marden’s closes one of its locations for the first time ever

Marden’s has closed its Rumford location. The Marden family says this is the first store they’ve ever closed in nearly 60 years of business.

Maine shelter takes in two dogs rescued from suspected dog fighting ring

Two dogs taken in by the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland in Westbrook are looking for a forever home after being saved from a suspected dog fighting ring in South Carolina.

Search continues for missing Boothbay man

The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office continues to search for a missing Boothbay man.

2 found dead after police respond to domestic situation in Bangor

Police in Bangor say a man and a woman have been found dead after a report of a domestic situation.

Suspect faces assault charge in Bangor stabbing

A Bangor man accused of stabbing a woman with a knife has been charged.

Maine governor says biennial budget proposal increases spending without raising taxes

Governor Janet Mills unveiled her biennial $10.3 billion budget proposal on Wednesday.

Maine issues proposed rules for sports betting

Maine released proposed rules for sports betting on Wednesday, but it will be months before the first wagers are placed.

Lawyer for Guantanamo detainees could lose license in Maine

BANGOR, Maine (AP) A defense lawyer in Maine who once represented detainees at the Guantanamo Bay military prison could lose his license after criminal charges.

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Marathon milestone shattered: Sabastian Sawe breaks the fabled 2-hour barrier by 30 seconds

A pair of African distance runners took down what was once among the most unthinkable records in sports on Sunday, shattering the long-unapproachable two-hour barrier in the 26.2-mile (42.2-kilometer) marathon.