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Maine governor tells UN state will go carbon neutral by 2045

Maine Gov. Janet Mills has told the United Nations General Assembly her state will combat climate change by going carbon neutral by 2045.

Trial set for man charged in 2018 killing in Bangor

The trial of a man charged with homicide is getting underway.

Kevin Is Off Of The Roof

He did it!!! Kevin is off of the roof and raised $45,304.75 for Strive! On the Strive Facebook page there…

Man Killed in Late Night Crash in Woodstock

Authorities say a South Berwick man died after crashing into another vehicle late Friday night in Woodstock.

Mobile tiny houses no longer registered, titled as vehicles

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) Maine state officials say mobile tiny homes will no longer be recognized by the Bureau of Motor…

Supermarket chain restricts ‘chemicals of concern’

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) A Maine supermarket corporation is executing new restrictions on the use of chemical products and packaging deemed…

Former Maine GOP congressman Poliquin tapped by Trump for new post

BANGOR, Maine (AP) A former congressman from Maine’s taking on a new volunteer role as chairman of the Board of…

Maine distracted driving penalty lowered from $230 to $85

Maine’s Judicial Branch says the first offense penalty for drivers who violate the state’s new distracted driving law will be $85, which is more in line with lawmakers’ intent.

Maine records first case of lung illness related to vaping

The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention is reporting the state’s first case of acute lung illness related to the use of e-cigarettes.

Investigators wrap up work at explosion site in Maine

The Maine Fire Marshal’s Office has finished its work at the site of a deadly explosion in Farmington, but isn’t ready to release any conclusions.

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Brewer man arrested for hit and run crash in Bangor

48-year-old David Harris was arrested by police this morning on multiple charges, including operating without a license.

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Deadly House Fire in Hiram Claims a Life

Investigators from the State Fire Marshal’s Office were called to the scene of a deadly house fire in Hiram. Crews…

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Gov. Mills vetoes moratorium on new data centers in Maine

Gov. Janet Mills has vetoed a first-in-the-nation moratorium on new data centers in Maine.

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Judge gives Maine 30 days to review signatures for transgender student referendum

A judge on Friday gave the Maine Secretary of State's Office 30 days to review signatures gathered for a referendum concerning transgender students.

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Two Arrested in Months-Long Maine Drug Enforcement Investigation

Both were taken to the Somerset County Jail.