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Ruling triggers review of 1-mile lease for power corridor

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) A judge’s ruling will trigger a review of the state’s lease of a small section of land that’s part of a proposed 145-mile power line aimed at bringing Canadian hydropower to the New England grid.

Lewiston signs another redevelopment deal for large textile mill

LEWISTON, Maine (AP) Lewiston has approved a new agreement for the redevelopment of a large textile mill with the same developer with whom they have negotiated with for years.

Young Mainers account for largest portion of new infections

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) Younger Mainers account for a growing number of COVID-19 infections in the state, raising concerns that they could fuel another spike.

Governor Mills extends civil state of emergency another month

Nearly every other state in the U.S. has an ongoing emergency declaration, according to the National Governors Association.

Once again Maine lakes are thawing earlier than expected

This could be the first time in at least 18 years Sebago Lake has been clear of ice by April 1st in consecutive years.

Hannaford issues recall of in-store-made chocolate cake

Hannaford has issued a recall for its in-store-bakery-made triple-layer chocolate cake.

New coronavirus infections dip below 100 in Maine

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) The Maine Center for Disease Control said Wednesday that the number of coronavirus infections dipped below 100 for the first time in nearly a month.

Maine prepares for upcoming expansion of COVID-19 vaccine eligibility

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) Maine’s push to deliver more COVID-19 vaccine includes longer hours and weekend service as the state prepares to open eligibility to 660,000 members of the general public in six weeks.

Police investigate deadly wreck in Raymond

RAYMOND, Maine (AP) Police in Maine said a 33-year-old man died in a single-vehicle crash in Raymond.

Maine seeking applicants to lead marijuana safety campaign

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) Maine is looking for applicants to lead the state’s marijuana safety campaign, now that recreational cannabis is available for purchase in the state.

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