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Full coverage of Friday’s high school football games
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Crowd of 2,000 in Portland joins worldwide call for action at student-led ‘climate strike’
The rally and similar events in Maine and around the world are part of a movement led by young people decrying inaction on what they see as a crisis.
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Mills to tell U.N. how Maine plans to ‘fight climate change head-on’
She will be Maine's first sitting governor to speak before the international body's General Assembly.
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‘I want a future’: Global youth protests urge climate action
Hundreds of thousands turn out for marches, rallies and demonstrations from Canberra to Kabul and Cape Town to New York.
Local & State
Before Farmington’s deadly explosion, hints of propane problems
Several neighbors say they smelled propane for weeks before Monday's explosion leveled a building, and an official says the heating system hadn't been working properly.
Local & State
Farmington fire captain killed in blast remembered as a leader and family man
Bell died Monday in the explosion in Farmington, which remains under investigation.
Local & State
Judge lowers first-time fine for drivers caught holding their phones, but it could go back up
The first offense for holding a cellphone while driving was reduced to $85, including fees, down from $230, bringing the cost in line with what lawmakers intended.
Business
New report shows outdoor fun is serious business for Maine’s economy
Activities like hiking, boating, hunting, gardening and golfing contribute more to Maine's economy than they do in almost every other state.
Health
Maine reports first case of vaping-related illness that has stricken more than 500 nationwide
Health officials have not provided the person's age and gender, or said where in the state the patient lives.
Local & State
Rock Row developer says it’s working on noise issues
The owner of the concert venue in Westbrook responds to a letter from Portland officials, saying many of the issues raised have already been addressed.
Local Elections
Clean elections advocates sue Portland over denial of referendum
Fair Elections Portland is asking a judge to declare the City Council violated their constitutional rights and to order the city to place the proposal on the November ballot.
Maine Voices
Illogical federal law takes bite out of retired teachers' Social Security checks
New state legislation that makes it easier for Maine retirees to return to the classroom is just the first step toward equity.
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Maine Mariners Posted: 11:37 AM
Parachutists jump over Dutch heath to mark WWII operation
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Posted: 11:25 AM
Two students hospitalized after ingesting e-cigarette
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Nation & World Posted: 11:17 AM
Iran’s Guard says it’s ready for ‘any scenario’ amid U.S. standoff
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Nation & World Posted: 11:07 AM
Bus carrying Chinese tourists crashes in Utah; 4 dead
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Local & State Posted: 10:27 AM
Boil order lifted on Peaks, Cushing Islands
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Nation & World Posted: 9:36 AM
Trial to start for Georgia cop who shot naked, unarmed man
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Local & State Posted: 9:28 AM
Maine potato growers might need to reduce use of pesticide
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Posted: 4:00 AM
Letter to the editor: Don’t change Maine’s new ‘hands-free’ fines
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Maine Voices Posted: 4:00 AM
Illogical federal law takes bite out of retired teachers' Social Security checks
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Sports Posted: 4:00 AM
NFL Week 3 picks
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Letters Posted: 4:00 AM
Letter to the editor: Take small steps on your own time to fight climate change
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Posted: 4:00 AM
Letter to the editor: Snyder will help resolve Portland City Hall conflicts
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Local & State
Hands-free driving law goes live – with one expensive mixup
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Business
With lawsuit pending, Prime Automotive Group fires David Rosenberg
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Politics
Vaccine bill passed by lawmakers likely headed for statewide vote
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Health
Maine reports first case of vaping-related illness that has stricken more than 500 nationwide
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Business
Westbrook Market Basket now expected to open next spring
September 18 -
Business
Confusion reigns as Maine rolls out its marijuana tracking system
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Local & State
Investigators search for answers in catastrophic Farmington blast
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Cops & Courts
Year-old baby died after mother rubbed heroin on her gums, police say
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Local & State
Crowd of 2,000 in Portland joins worldwide call for action at student-led ‘climate strike’
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Local & State
Replica of Columbus’ Santa Maria docks in Portland Harbor
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Local & State
Norway woman says she buried best friend in backyard, to show her love
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Sports
Pro soccer in Portland? It’s a possibility
September 18
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New England Patriots
Patriots release Brown after another accusation
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Nation & World
Trump, in call, urged Ukraine to investigate Biden’s son
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Cops & Courts
Bangor woman denies rubbing heroin on infant daughter’s gums
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Local & State
Group begins brainstorming reforms to mental health system ‘in tatters’
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Local & State
Robert Indiana’s home is transferred to Star of Hope Foundation
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Local & State
Boil order lifted on Peaks, Cushing Islands
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Do This
Performances will pop up all over Portland for Metamorphosis
The day-long festival featuring musical performances and readings will travel through the city Saturday.
TODAY'S LETTERS
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Local & State
Maine joins multistate lawsuit over auto emissions standards
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Business
Maine’s low unemployment streak doubles previous record
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Business
Developers break ground on commercial section of Downs project
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Local & State
Durham at odds with state over growing asphalt pile
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Local & State
Jury awards $3.5 million to Monmouth man's family over workplace fatality
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Business
Poliquin picked by Trump to head firm that recovers money for investors
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Local & State
Justice retires from Maine’s top court
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Cops & Courts
Jury finds Westbrook man guilty of sex crimes
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Nation & World
‘What is that, man?’ Navy confirms videos of flying objects
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