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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.

Maine proposal to increase apprentice wages moves ahead

A Maine legislative committee has approved a proposal designed to increase wages for apprentices.

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Head-on crash on Route 1 in Saco leaves motorcyclist dead

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A motorcyclist was killed in a crash on Route 1 in Saco Friday morning.

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Police renew search for Hancock County man reported missing in 2017

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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

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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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She joined GOP Kentucky Senator Rand Paul to back the measure

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No Injuries, Schools Secure After Shots Fired in Lewiston

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