Rep. Laurel Libby, R-Auburn, is asking the high court to restore her voting and speaking rights while her lawsuit against the House speaker plays out.
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Podcast series on Lewiston mass shooting now available in American Sign Language
The innovative videos are part of an effort by Maine Public, FRONTLINE and the Press Herald to make the award-winning investigative podcast on the Lewiston mass shooting accessible to the deaf and hard of hearing community.
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Collins says Canadian students entering Maine face ‘excessive searches’
The Republican questioned top Trump administrations officials Thursday about tighter security at the northern border and called for a stronger federal response to illegal marijuana growing operations in Maine.
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Yarmouth Little League raises funds in honor of former player
“$17 for #17” has already raised $3,000 for the cancer nonprofit, Time to Compete. “It shows the strength of our community,” said Yarmouth High School student Henry Shub.
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Lawmakers want to combat illegal Chinese weed grows
But industry advocates testify against 4 bills that would target illicit cannabis operations allegedly associated with Chinese organized crime that have obtained licenses to grow and sell in Maine’s medical market amid a recent law enforcement crackdown.
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Maine Department of Education denies accusations in DOJ lawsuit
The Department of Justice complaint alleges that Maine is violating Title IX by allowing transgender women to compete in women’s sports.
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Let’s talk about growth and greed in Scarborough | Council Corner
Not a day goes by that I don’t read or hear someone call Scarborough’s elected officials or our town manager “greedy.” It’s a common refrain, especially on social media, and I think it’s time we talk about it, honestly and openly. What is at the root of that narrative? Is it just a sound bite? […]
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Trio sentenced in killing of Down East fisherman
Police say they still encourage anyone with information on the 2017 murder of Wayne Foss to reach out.
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Wabanaki group restoring 245-acre farm in Swanville as food hub
Niweskok, a Wabanaki-led food sovereignty organization, recently bought the farm to aid its work reinvigorating traditional crops and land management.
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Deadly Bayside shooting last fall caught on video, prosecutors say
A woman charged with hindering apprehension in the case pleaded not guilty in court on Thursday. Another suspect is in jail facing a murder charge.