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Maine man pleads guilty to bomb threats at NH city hall building

A Scarborough man has pleaded guilty in federal court to calling in computer-generated voice bomb threats to the City Hall in Somersworth, New Hampshire.

State AG finds officers were justified in fatally shooting Maine man

Maine’s attorney general has concluded that a fatal shooting by police in which officers mistook a knife for a gun was justified.

Maine lawmaker eyes fixes for racial disparity in prenatal care

A Maine lawmaker has introduced a bill designed to address a racial disparity in prenatal care among expectant mothers in the state.

Navy secretary joined by Medal of Honor recipient in Maine

Acting Navy Secretary Thomas Harker attended a ceremony featuring a Medal of Honor recipient during a visit to Maine.

Maine couple celebrates bicentennial with hidden treasure

BANGOR, Maine (AP) A pair of Mainers have hidden $20,000 somewhere in the state and they’re inviting treasure-seekers to come and get it.

Richmond elementary school student brought gun to school, police say

RICHMOND, Maine (AP) Police are investigating a case in which a student brought a gun to an elementary school in Richmond, Maine.

Maine PUC to investigate CMP’s handling of solar projects

HALLOWELL, Maine (AP) Maine’s utility regulators have formally launched an investigation into Central Maine Power’s handling of solar projects.

All Mainers 16 and older can now try to schedule a coronavirus vaccination appointment

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) Every resident of the state of Maine who is at least 16 years old is now eligible for a coronavirus vaccination.

UMaine launches drive to encourage vaccinations for students

The University of Maine system is urging it’s students to get vaccinated on Wednesday.

Police believe missing Maine teen may be accompanied by New York man

Police are asking for help finding a missing teen from Western Maine.

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A missing teenager was found in the vehicle of a Norridgewock man who police say led them on a chase in Skowhegan on Thursday.

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Maine State Police seeking information about bank fraud suspect in Aroostook County and Bangor

A woman is wanted for bank fraud in Bangor and Aroostook County.

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What to Know About Maine U.S. Senate Race

Democrats are hoping to unseat Republican Susan Collins.

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Drought Gets Worse Across Maine Impacting Drinking Water

Drought conditions across the state have worsened over the past week.

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Maine Housing Market Becoming More Buyer Friendly

Sellers and buyers are on more equal footing for negotiating their home purchase.