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Mills to put health first as Maine plans economic reopening

Maine Gov. Janet Mills says the state is planning a phased-in reopening tailored to its economy and demographics.

Crews battle overnight fire at Portland seafood business

A fire broke out a Portland seafood business on Thursday night.

Governor to make changes amid concern over secret meetings

Democratic Gov. Janet Mills’ administration has met secretly with lawmakers and others in recent weeks, violating Maine’s open meetings and public records laws.

New England Clean Energy Connect awards more contracts

The New England Clean Energy Connect is acquiring nearly 50,000 heavy duty mats to be placed on the ground during construction of the 145-mile power transmission corridor.

Governor seeks to prevent evictions during state of emergency

Gov. Janet Mills took several actions Thursday aimed at limiting evictions during the conoravirus pandemic that has roiled the economy and left tens of thousands of Mainers jobless.

Investigation begins into cause of massive paper mill blast

A dozen state and federal investigators are beginning their investigation into the cause of an explosion at a paper mill in Maine.

Maine reports 3 new coronavirus deaths, 26 new cases

The Maine Center for Disease Control reported a total of 796 confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Thursday.

Medical boards warn against drugs touted by the president

Two licensing boards that govern Maine doctors are warning that prescribing drugs touted by President Donald Trump on themselves or family members is considered “unprofessional conduct.”

Troopers: 1 killed in crash in Sullivan, Maine

Maine State Police say one person was killed and another injured in a single-car crash in the town of Sullivan.

Steep drop in first-time unemployment claims in Maine

The Maine Department of Labor is reporting a sharp decline in unemployment claims after a three-week surge.

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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.

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3 face drug charges after raids in New Gloucester, Lewiston

A month-long investigation into drug trafficking in New Gloucester and Lewiston led to three arrests on Wednesday.

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Man accused in high-speed pursuit in Kennebec County arrested after crashing into construction zone

Police say a man led them on a high-speed chase in Clinton before crashing in a construction zone on Tuesday.

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Maine State Police Lobby Against Red Flag Law

Maine State Police and the state Department of Public Safety strongly oppose the Red Flag Law.