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Published
June 26, 2022

Maine’s marijuana industry booming no thanks to banks

Owners must use cash and other workarounds as a reluctant financial industry worries about federal retribution
Published
June 25, 2022

In photos: Two families, one farm for three generations

In Cape Elizabeth, the Maxwells have been farming the land for nine generations. The Rodriguezes have joined them for the last three.
Published
June 25, 2022

Maine issues avian flu warning: Don’t touch dead or sick birds

The Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife says it's receiving reports of dead or dying birds on coastal beaches believed to be the result of the influenza.
Published
June 25, 2022

78-year-old motorcyclist dies after collision with pickup

The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office is investigating the accident, and believe speed was a factor.
Published
June 25, 2022

Maine reports two new COVID-19 deaths, fewer hospitalizations

A total of 104 patients were in hospitals statewide on Saturday, down from 183 a month ago.
Published
June 25, 2022

Police identify body found in recycling truck in Scarborough

Authorities say an autopsy showed Paul Hayden, 64, of Portland died of natural causes.
Published
June 24, 2022

Abortion ruling sure to shape political debate in Maine heading into election

Maine Democrats vowed to oppose any restrictions on access to abortions in the state, while Republicans tread carefully around on the issue.
Published
June 24, 2022

Young people in Portland express fear, dismay over Roe ruling

For their entire lives, the right to an abortion has been federally protected. Now they face a world in which the procedure will become illegal in many states.
Published
June 24, 2022

Maine COVID hospitalizations decline as infection rates stay low

Maine remains among the states with the lowest infection rates.
Published
June 24, 2022

Maine issues last half of nearly $120 million in relief funding to municipalities

The pandemic relief money, provided through the American Rescue Plan Act, was distributed proportionally based on population.