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Triple killing trial underway in Belfast

A Maine man on trial in the killings of three people delivered his own opening statement Wednesday, calling the victims “drug addicts” and describing the deaths as “accidents” and “self defense.”

Anthem insurance to be dropped by Maine women’s healthcare center

Another health care provider in Maine is dropping Anthem insurance plans.

Son charged with murder in death of Bath woman

Maine State Police say a 42-year-old man is charged with murder in the death of his mother.

Conservationists say some Maine residents killing wrong moth

HOLLIS, Maine (AP) Some nature advocates are worried that Maine residents are killing the wrong caterpillar as they seek to wipe out an invasive species that causes a rash with its toxic hairs.

At least 19 children, 2 adults killed at Texas elementary school

VICTORIA ALBERT : CBS NEWS At least 19 children and two adults were killed when a gunman opened fire at…

Crash involving 3 FedEx trucks at Lyman/Alfred town line leaves one person injured

Police said one person was hurt after a crash involving three FedEx trucks and a car near the border of Lyman and Alfred.

Mistrial declared when witness tests positive during recess

A mistrial has been declared in the case of a Maine man charged with threatening to kill Jewish people because one of the witnesses tested positive for COVID-19.

Police standoff in Berwick ends with man in custody

A Berwick man is facing multiple charges after a standoff Monday evening.

Maine health officials warn of potential hepatitis exposure at Skowhegan Walmart

The Maine CDC says customers who bought food from the deli at the Skowhegan Walmart this month may have been exposed to hepatitis A.

State of Maine asked to oversee services for asylum seekers

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) Nonprofits and community organizations want the state to begin coordinating services for asylum seekers after Maine’s largest city announced this month that it could no longer guarantee housing.

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