Oversight committee details flaws in Maine’s child protection system
Frontline caseworkers in the child protective services system are overburdened, lack support and training, and struggle with outdated systems that force them to do work on their own time, without pay, the report found.
State official apologizes as chaos reigns over sales of CBD products
The regulator says one inspector's order to remove the hemp-derived products from stores was misguided and merchants should have been told to review federal law and seek legal counsel if they had questions.
Riverview Psychiatric Center regains certification, eligibility for federal funds
The change means an additional $20 million a year in federal funds for the state-owned facility in Augusta, which had been decertified because of problems with its treatment of patients.
Opponents refocus lobbying efforts in light of Mills’ support for CMP power line
'We can't say no to every single project,' said the governor, explaining her support for the proposed 145-mile line that would carry hydropower from Quebec to Massachusetts.
Singer Don McLean threatens Maine weekly for writing about ex-wife’s exhibit on abuse
Patrisha McLean is examining domestic violence by sharing her experience and that of other Maine women in an exhibition of photos, audio and text now at the Camden Public Library.
Lawmakers say state should take back full cost of teacher retirement to ease burden on school districts
Rep. Michael Brennan, D-Portland, says reversing the budgeting change by former Gov. Paul LePage would provide 'one of the most direct forms of property tax relief.'
Waldo County town’s fire department goes up in flames as every firefighter but 1 quits
Thorndike firefighters clashed with the town's select board Wednesday night after their leader, George Russell, was forced out of his deputy chief position over a critical letter sent by Waldo County officials.
Mills ends Maine’s absence from National Governors Association meeting
The trip, the first for Mills as governor, includes a group dinner Sunday hosted by President Trump.
Our View: Too many Maine schools still don’t test for lead
It looks like the state needs a law to nudge all districts into ensuring that their water is safe for students.
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Politics Posted: 2:09 PM
Maine will ask feds for more flexibility in Medicaid spending
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A Splendid and Spacious Custom Home in Desirable Cross Hill
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Nation & World Posted: 1:59 PM
Trump administration to bar abortion referrals by family planning clinics
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Business Posted: 1:35 PM
Beckie Conrad, former MECA executive, stepping down from Chamber post
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Politics Posted: 1:21 PM
Riverview Psychiatric Center regains certification, eligibility for federal funds
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Local & State Posted: 12:48 PM
Owls Head woman found dead in her home
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BusinessMills throws her support behind CMP’s controversial plan for transmission line
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BusinessMaine couple renovates Virgin Islands villa that will be marketed to Mainers
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Local & StateWoman burned in South Portland house fire dies
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Local & StateSinger Don McLean threatens Maine weekly for writing about ex-wife’s exhibit on abuse
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Local & StatePolice close I-295 south near Falmouth to remove truck that crashed Thursday morning
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BusinessPortland raises price on land it deemed worthless but is wanted by developer in Westbrook
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The Maine ForecastThis weather pattern will bring more snow Thursday and Sunday
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Local & StateOld Port bar ordered to keep volume low this summer
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PoliticsLePage denies knowing he paid up to $1,100 a night at Trump hotel
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Schools and EducationKennebunk superintendent defends response to racist incidents in schools
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New England PatriotsPatriots owner Robert Kraft charged with 2 counts of soliciting prostitution in Florida
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Cops & CourtsLimington homeowner confronts masked man, is shot multiple times
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Local & State
Old Port bar ordered to keep volume low this summer
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Nation & WorldHouse Democrats introduce measure to revoke Trump border emergency edict
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Nation & World
Trump administration to bar abortion referrals by family planning clinics
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Local & StatePortland Jetport sets new passenger record
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Nation & WorldTwo dead after Venezuelan soldiers open fire on opposition supporters
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New EnglandDeath of Mount Washington climber is under investigation
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UMaine SportsUMaine suspends 4 players on women’s ice hockey team
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Nation & World‘Empire’ producers cut Smollett from season’s last episodes
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Business
Beckie Conrad, former MECA executive, stepping down from Chamber post
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BusinessGovernment shutdown cited as factor in decline of Maine home sales
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Local & State
Owls Head woman found dead in her home
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Local & StateYork County jail may continue transferring prisoners to Cumberland County
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Cops & CourtsGray man charged with beating, strangling girlfriend
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Nation & WorldSyracuse basketball coach Jim Boeheim kills pedestrian on highway
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Local & StateMaine’s high court allows defamation lawsuit against sex-abuse activist to proceed
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BusinessSlip and slide: Duke hoop star’s injury hurts Nike shares, line of sneakers
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FoodUgly produce seems to have limited appeal, so some retailers pull it
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