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Pittsfield man killed in armed police standoff

Police were at the scene of a standoff in Pittsfield on Friday.

Skier suffers minor injuries when lift cabin falls 10 feet

A Maine ski resort said a teenage skier suffered minor injuries when a ski lift cabin fell due to a gust of wind.

Maine sergeant who died in snowmobile accident remembered

Friends and family are remembering a Penobscot County sergeant who died in a snowmobile accident.

Farmers want bill to ban ‘forever chemical’ sludge in fields

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) Maine farmers want lawmakers to pass a bill banning fertilizer and compost containing wastewater sludge that’s been linked to toxic industrial compounds associated with serious health conditions.

Maine eyes new controls for key bait fishing industry

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) Maine lawmakers are considering new controls for an important bait fishing industry in the state.

Maine distributing more than $9M for behavioral health

Maine plans to distribute more than $9 million to hundreds of mental health and substance use disorder service providers starting next week.

Mainer with explosives discussed attacking houses of worship

An 18-year-old charged with having homemade explosive devices in his backpack discussed plans to travel to Chicago to attack a mosque and other houses of worship, federal prosecutors said.

Maine congressional delegation condemns Russian invasion of Ukraine

Members of Maine’s congressional delegation have slammed Russian President Vladimir Putin’s decision to launch an invasion in Ukraine. Maine Republican…

No highway bond vote thanks to budget surplus

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) Democratic Gov. Janet Mills wants to use $100 million from the budget surplus for transportation projects, meaning voters won’t be asked to approve transportation bonds for the first time in eight years.

Maine university system to search for new campus president

FARMINGTON, Maine (AP) Maine’s public university system is planning a nationwide search for a new president of one of its institutions.

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Trump Shuts Down Offshore Wind in New England; Nova Scotia Eyes Opportunity

The administration’s freeze on U.S. ocean wind projects could set clean energy back a decade. Nova Scotia’s massive Wind West project hopes to fill the gap and even sell power to the U.S.

5 hours ago in Local

Federal Policy Could Push Hundreds of Mainers Out of Long-Term Housing

HUD plans to cut funding for permanent supportive housing and shift to transitional programs, leaving vulnerable Mainers at risk of homelessness. Advocates warn shelters could be overwhelmed.

6 hours ago in Local

Maine Announces $550K in Grants to Boost Coastal Resilience

The state just announced $550,000 in grants to help communities prepare for future storms and flooding. Towns and regional groups can apply for funding to strengthen infrastructure and plan for climate risks. Applications are due Jan. 5.

6 hours ago in Local

Portland Unveils Maine’s First Electric Boat Charger

Portland just unveiled the state’s first electric boat charger at Wright’s Wharf. The move is part of a push to cut emissions and noise in the marine industry.

6 hours ago in Local

Overdose Deaths Continue to Decline in Maine for Third Year

Overdose deaths have dropped for the third year in a row! Fatal overdoses are down 23% compared to last year, and officials credit naloxone distribution and expanded treatment options. If the trend continues, Maine could see the fewest overdose deaths in six years.