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In an award-winning debut novel, secrets propel a clever new mystery set on a Maine island
Jennifer K. Breedlove investigates the inexplicable behavior of others in ‘Murder Will Out,’ which won the Mystery Writers of America First Crime Novel Award.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Rumford mill sued over contractor’s 80-foot fall inside chimney
Damion Hatcher, 35, of Indiana, was cleaning a large chimney at ND Paper in Rumford last May when he fell and suffered grievous injuries, according to a lawsuit.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Maine among 15 states to sue the Trump administration over changes to childhood vaccine recommendations
The lawsuit argues that the CDC’s move to stop recommending all children get immunized has put their lives at risk.
Posted inMaine, News, The Maine Forecast
Turnpike speeds reduced as weather service warns of slippery conditions Wednesday
Between 1 and 3 inches of snow is expected in parts of Androscoggin, Cumberland, Oxford and York counties, according to a special weather statement.
Posted inMaine, News
Bomb threat closes Fort Kent schools
A building that serves the high school and middle school was evacuated and closed Tuesday, but was searched and determined to be safe, police say.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Hospital cyberattacks impacted 1/3 of Mainers last year. Lawmakers want to change that.
A new bill would require hospitals to formally prepare for the increasing number of cyberattacks, which can delay care and put patient data at risk.
Posted inMaine, News
Biddeford committee, revived to review UNE projects, plans to hold public hearing
The Biddeford Institutional Zone Review Committee was revived late last year amid pushback from some residents against proposals by the university.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Maine hospitals, health reform advocates spar over bill to regulate health care prices
Advocates say the measure would improve health care affordability. Hospital executives say it could lead to closures and service losses.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Harriman wins high-stakes State House race in Lewiston
Voters cited local concerns and national politics as motivators for getting to the polls Tuesday for a House District 94 special election.