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Wastewater testing shows decline in COVID-19 in two Maine communities

The state continues to see a high number of COVID hospitalizations, but wastewater testing shows a decline in the virus’s presence in two communities.

Portland struggles as asylum seekers continue to arrive

Portland is asking for help as the growing number of asylum seekers continues to stretch resources.

Maine moose hunters hope for more success in 2022

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) Maine wildlife managers will soon start accepting applications for the 2022 moose hunt, which will follow a year in which hunters had limited success.

Civil rights complaint filed over racial threat in Maine

FREEPORT, Maine (AP) A man who is due in court in Maine on a charge of threatening with a dangerous weapon now also faces a civil rights complaint.

Maine monoclonal doses drop with testing backlog

Last week Maine received 72 doses, less than half of the 180 doses given to New Hampshire and fewer than the 96 doses given to Vermont.

Worries grow as deadline for whale-friendly gear draws near

Several lobstermen and the governor want NOAA Fisheries to delay the new rules.

Maine might switch to electronic vehicle lien, title system

Secretary of State Shenna Bellows says an electronic title system would help prevent a backlog from recurring.

Maine National Guard troops return from deployment to Africa

The 130 soldiers worked to provide security and enhance partnerships in the Horn of Africa region.

More Maine public employees might be able to retire earlier

The lawmakers say that plan allows some public employees to retire at age 55 when they have 10 years of service.

Man dies in Harrison snowmobile crash

A Naples man is dead after a snowmobile accident Saturday morning.

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Auburn Police say an investigation is still active.

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The Maine legislature has upheld the governor's veto of what would have been a first-in-the-nation moratorium on large data centers.

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Police looking for Oxford County woman last seen on Monday

Police are asking for help locating a missing Waterford woman.