Democrats will maintain majorities in the House and Senate when lawmakers return Wednesday.
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Maine electricity bills increased again this month
The money will pay for costly improvements to transmission lines across New England, but critics say it’s excessive.
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Trump pardoned Jan. 6 rioters. Here are the Mainers accused of participating.
Fifteen people with ties to Maine have been charged, and most sentenced, for their alleged roles in attempting to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election.
Posted inMaine
Portland faith organizations helping homeless when others can’t
As the need for social services has increased in the area, faith leaders have stepped up.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
MaineCare transport providers receive contract extensions amid court battle
A lawsuit over the award process alleges inconsistencies created a ‘fundamental unfairness.’
Posted inHealth, Maine
Maine health advocates’ 2025 priorities include higher tobacco tax, AI protections
Groups also hope to see legislation addressing the health care worker shortage and medical cannabis.
Posted inMaine, News
Polar vortex brings chilly temps to Maine
Portland was forecast to be about 6 degrees below normal Monday, according to the National Weather Service.
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13-year-old who was reported missing in Limerick found safe, police say
Madelyn ‘Ash’ Fogg had been reported missing Saturday night, state police said.
Posted inCops & Courts, Lewiston-Auburn, News
3 injured in shooting, stabbing incident Saturday in Auburn
Two men were injured in a shooting, and a third in a stabbing, at 45 Smith St. early Saturday morning.
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How climate change is shortening Maine’s ice season, and why it matters
As Maine winters warm, the amount of time Maine’s ponds, rivers and lakes are covered by ice is shrinking, posing a threat to lake health and the winter sports economy.