Over 30 dead harbor seals wash ashore in southern Maine in 2 days
Marine mammal experts are testing tissue samples for a potential common cause of the surge in carcasses found on the state's beaches this year.
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Local & State
Council puts off giving non-citizens right to vote in Portland municipal elections
After 2 hours of public testimony, the Portland City Council votes to refer Councilor Pious Ali's proposal to a committee for additional work after several groups raise concerns about privacy and unintended consequences.
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Business
CMP launches ad campaign to say ‘we’re sorry’ in wake of billing controversy
Maine's largest electricity distributor hopes to restore a reputation tarnished by several issues in the past year, but some customers say it will take more than TV spots.
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Local & State
Rockland council votes to limit the number of large cruise ships in the harbor
The vote splits 3-2, reflecting the division of opinions apparent during 2 hours of public comment on the move.
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Local & State
Kittery to investigate whether driver who crashed van had background check
Meanwhile, Maine officials are suspending the license of John E. Guy, 21, on the recommendation of New Hampshire police who responded to the crash and said he had a medical emergency.
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Life & Culture
Sculptures of deer in Portland Harbor serve as art and advocacy
The sight of the submerged animals at the waterfront is meant to call attention to rising sea levels and climate change.
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Local & State
Businesses join forces to build home for widow of slain Norridgewock deputy
After her husband was shot while on duty, Sheryl Cole dropped their plan to make more space for the grandkids. Then others stepped in.
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Business
Thos. Moser hires top L.L. Bean executive
The upscale furniture-maker hires Brad Kauffman to be its chief revenue officer.
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Opinion
Our View: Ignoring climate change puts Mainers in danger
Politics has stifled research that would have helped the state prepare for a warming planet.
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Nation & WorldCrash outside parliament in London treated as terrorism
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Local & StateWater main work to disrupt traffic at busy South Portland intersection
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Local & StateBody found in trunk of car in Gardiner identified as Massachusetts woman
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FoodLewiston’s Forage market opens a Portland location
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FoodBrunswick’s 3rd brewery to open on Bath Road
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PoliticsRep. Poliquin floods 2nd District with unsolicited mailings
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PoliticsFBI agent Peter Strzok fired over anti-Trump texts
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BusinessRockland pier to get $830,000 upgrade
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Nation & WorldTrump encourages boycott of Harley-Davidson over tariffs
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New EnglandGovernors, premiers call for end to U.S.-Canada trade war, but LePage doesn’t attend meeting
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Life & CultureTheater review: ‘Grumpy Old Men’ premieres at Ogunquit Playhouse
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Local & StateGardiner to consider temporary ban on new medical marijuana shops
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Schools and EducationProfessor’s win in appeals court lets her proceed with lawsuit against UNE
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Nation & WorldHuman ashes, photo found in globe: ‘Omg that’s momma Tammy!’
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Miser wonders how long to wait between oil changes
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Letter to the editor: For his compassion, integrity and more, vote Ringelstein for U.S. Senate
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Letter to the editor: Restaurant City of the Year award from Bon Appetit has fringe benefits
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Letter to the editor: Hey governor, please help address my customer service gripes
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Letter to the editor: LePage call for AG Mills to resign while running for governor is absurd
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As tick threat explodes, state's reluctance to address climate link may threaten public health
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Birders flock to Biddeford to view hawk that's been seen only once before in the U.S.
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Driver who was transporting 11 children in Kittery van crash has long record of driving violations
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Crash of van from Kittery rec program sends child to Boston hospital with serious injuries
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Staffers are fleeing as central Maine hospital system is roiled by turmoil
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