Pandemic contributes to increase in drug overdoses in Maine

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) The number of drug overdoses is growing in Maine during the coronavirus pandemic, with a significant increase in the first quarter and preliminary data suggesting the the trend is continuing, the attorney general’s office says.

Maine man convicted in killing of 19-year-old requests new trial, claims lack of evidence

A man found guilty in the killing of a 19-year-old is requesting a new trial, claiming a lack of evidence.

Man charged in connection with armed robbery in York

A man accused of robbing a gas station in York has been arrested.

Maine keeping restrictions on visitors from MA, RI

Maine plans to maintain travel restrictions on residents of Massachusetts and Rhode Island despite impatience from some hotel operators in the state.

Hannaford to phase out sale of tobacco products

Shoppers at Hannaford will have to start looking elsewhere for tobacco products.

Governor endorses Sara Gideon in U.S. Senate race

The Democrat challenging Maine Republican Senator Susan Collins now has the governor’s blessing.

Census takers begin making house calls in Maine

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) The U.S. Census Bureau is following up with households in Maine that have not yet responded to the 2020 Census.

Bass Harbor Head Light becomes part of Acadia National Park

BAR HARBOR, Maine (AP) The Bass Harbor Head Light Station is now part of Acadia National Park.

Unemployment increases in Maine, reversing a trend

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) The number of Maine residents filing new unemployment claims went up last week after it had been trending downward.

Republicans stall efforts to reconvene Maine Legislature

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) An effort to reconvene the Maine Legislature for a special session has been thwarted by Republicans who want to limit business to coronavirus-related legislation and to set a strict time limit.