Gov. Janet Mills says Sanborn, a small-business owner and lawyer, understands the challenges ratepayers face as the cost of electricity rises.
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Search continues for gunman who killed UnitedHeathcare CEO
The reason for the killing remains unknown, but New York City police say evidence firmly points to it being a targeted attack.
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Posted inBusiness, Food, Maine
Counter-service Luncheonette coming to Cumberland Avenue
The daytime eatery, set to open by June, takes over the former home of Union Bagel.
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L.W., a trans teen from Tennessee, has her day in the Supreme Court
The 16-year-old is among the plaintiffs in a highly anticipated case argued Wednesday. At issue is their state’s ban on gender transition care for minors.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Portland man critically injured in Munjoy Hill stabbing
Police say there does not appear to be an ongoing threat to the public, but have released few details about the incident.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine
Windham man pleads not guilty to role in deadly Morrill’s Corner attack
Kaleb Cidre, 22, is one of 5 men arrested by Portland police last month and charged with elevated aggravated assault and conspiracy to commit elevated aggravated assault.
Posted inNation & World, News
Syrian insurgents capture central city of Hama in another blow to Syrian president
Syrian insurgents have entered the central city of Hama after days of intense clashes with government forces.
Posted inMaine, News
Storm causes slippery road conditions Thursday morning
The rain and snow are expected to taper off throughout the morning.
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Holiday pressures take toll on parents seeking help from Toy Fund
‘Like most, I have been struggling,’ says one mother whose work hours were recently reduced.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Peter Navarro served prison time related to Jan. 6. Now Trump is bringing him back
Hours after his release from serving 4 months in prison in July, Navarro spoke on stage at the Republican National Convention, where he told the crowd ‘I went to prison so you won’t have to.’