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Vaccines to reach long-term care residents in Maine

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) Residents of long-term care facilities in Maine are scheduled to begin receiving the new coronavirus vaccine on Monday.

Portland to remove trees on West Prom to create new view of Fore River

City officials say the removal of the trees will also allow more room for a future play space and community garden.

Maine loon population dips for 2nd straight year but remains strong

Bird counters have found fewer loons in Maine this year than the two previous years, but the total population remains much stronger than three decades ago.

Bill to expand access to dementia care for veterans passed

The four members of the delegation said the proposal will provide the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs with more flexibility so they can allow veterans to receive the care they need.

Maine State Police launch investigation in an incidient in Robbinston

Maine State Police out of Troop J and Major Crimes North are investigating an incident that occurred in Robbinston. This…

More than a dozen vehicles burglarized in Gray

On Friday night, over a dozen vehicles in the area of Shaker Road in Gray were burglarized. The Cumberland County…

Wreaths Across America distributes 1.7 million Maine-made wreaths

In what what has become a long standing annual tradition, Wreaths Across America says 1.7 million wreaths are being placed on veterans’ graves at 2,557 locations this year.

Seaweed industry in Maine rare winner during pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic has been a struggle for much of Maine seafood, but the seaweed sector of the industry has found a way to grow during the crisis.

Cruise industry expects delay to 2021 season in Maine

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) The cruise ship industry in Maine is preparing for a delay to the state’s 2021 season due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Cumberland County moved to “yellow” under state’s COVID-19 school health advisory system

The administration of Governor Janet Mills has moved Cumberland County to the yellow category in the latest update to it’s COVID-19 health advisory system for Maine’s schools.

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Janet Mills drops U.S. Senate bid before June 9 primary

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LEWISTON, Maine (AP) — Maine Gov. Janet Mills on Thursday dropped her bid for the U.S. Senate, pointing to a lack of…

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A Cape Elizabeth man is accused of selling drugs out of a hotel room in Scarborough.

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A teenager charged in the killing of a Maine paddleboarder has been found competent to stand trial.

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Lindsey Vonn tells the AP she is not yet in position emotionally to decide if she will race again

Lindsey Vonn is still recovering physically and emotionally from her frightening crash at the Winter Olympics. For now, the tough decisions about the future can wait.

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Greater Portland Metro Unveils High Frequency Bus Service to Westbrook, Gorham

It would be the first of its kind rapid-transit service in the state.