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Canadian tribes threaten to sue over transmission corridor

MONTREAL (AP) Several tribes are threatening to sue to stop construction on the Canadian side of the border on a transmission corridor that aims to provide hydropower to the New England power grid.

Portland police investigate after they say unruly crowd shot fireworks at them

Police in Portland say officers were shot at by fireworks when confronting a group of people who were setting them off illegally.

Maine launches text alert system to address drug epidemic

Maine is adding another tool in it’s arsenal to try to combat drug overdoses.

Old Orchard Beach officers respond to domestic violence incident

On July 3rd, officers of the Old Orchard Beach Police Department responded to a domestic violence incident at a residence on Cedar Avenue.

Coast Guard ship to stop in Maine as part of bicentennial celebration

The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Eagle is coming to Portland in honor of Maine’s belated bicentennial celebration.

Portland’s hazard pay wage won’t take effect until Jan. 1

The Maine supreme court says an $18-per-hour emergency minimum wage increase in Portland will not go into effect until next year.

New Hampshire teen accused of stealing truck, causing pursuit in Maine

Maine State Police say a 17-year-old girl who stole a truck from New Hampshire and led police on a chase through multiple Maine towns was taken into custody.

Gas prices up a bit more in northern New England

Gas prices have gone up a little in all three northern New England states over the past week as drivers’ demand for gasoline has soared.

Ex-governor LePage launches another run in Maine

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) Former two-term Republican Gov. Paul LePage, who liked to compare himself to former President Donald Trump, formally announced Monday that he’s launching a campaign for a third term.

Season bruin for Maine’s bear hunters

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) Maine bear hunters will start laying bait for the bruins this month as the hunting season nears.

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Police renew search for Hancock County man reported missing in 2017

A search is planned in Hancock County in connection with a missing person case from 2017.

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Turner Man Arrested in Connection with Lewiston Shooting

According to Lewiston police, they responded to reports of a shooting Thursday afternoon at 235 Bartlett Street. No injuries were reported. 

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The Lewiston School Superintendent said that police had informed them of the shooting.