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Governor: Dine-in restaurant service in three Maine counties can begin Wednesday

Maine Governor Janet Mills has set a date for the re-opening of restaurants to dine-in service in three of the state’s counties.

Bates College aiming for students to return in the fall, take finals remotely

Bates College is considering a plan for reopening that would involve splitting semesters, masks and “a lot of hand sanitizer.”

Baxter State Park begins reopening

Baxter State Park is reopening for day visits.

Police chase starts in Waterville, ends in crash in China

A police chase that started in Waterville ended after the suspect crashed his car into a state trooper’s vehicle.

Garage destroyed, home damaged in Standish fire

A house fire overnight in Standish is under investigation.

South Portland pharmacy robberies likely connected

Police in South Portland say they’re investigating two robberies at local pharmacies, and the crimes appear to be connected.

Talks between Bath Iron Works & largest union stall

Earlier in the week, union workers rallied outside the Bath shipyard indicating a willingness to go on strike.

Auburn council to vote Monday on resolution declaring all businesses essential

The City Council will consider a resolution Monday that would declare all businesses essential.

Maine Democratic Party Says it’s Incorporating Opposition to Police Brutality into its Platform

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) – The Maine Democratic Party says it’s incorporating opposition to police brutality into its platform this year.…

Portland Police Say They Stationed Officers on Rooftops During Recent Protests

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) – Police in Maine’s largest city say they stationed officers on downtown rooftops during recent protests because…

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