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Local & State

Published
July 9, 2013

Lewiston teen praised for rescuing boy who fell in river

Andrew Bilodeau admits he was scared when he waded into the river behind his family's apartment after hearing cries of the boy's friends.
Published
July 9, 2013

In Portland, public-space smokers pay a price

Violators get ticketed, a court date and a possible fine under a city ordinance that seeks to clear the air.
Published
July 8, 2013

MDOT won’t stand in the way of oil shipments

A spokesman says MDOT doesn't regulate what trains haul, their frequency of trips, their destinations or other matters dealing with interstate commerce.
Published
July 8, 2013

Maine group protests in aftermath of Quebec rail explosion

A dozen protesters call for stringent inspection of Maine railways and a reduction in the amount of oil transported through the state.
Published
July 8, 2013

Brunswick woman rescued from rising tide in Harpswell

Theresa Desjardins, 45, had been hiking behind the Harpswell town office with her 15-year-old son when they became separated. He was able to find his way out and called for help.

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Published
July 8, 2013

Bill to free up extra Maine school funds on tap

The measure would allow school districts to spend unexpected state aid without voters' approval.
Published
July 8, 2013

Success of students earns Portland program new grant

LearningWorks gets $975,000 to fund the classes and skills taught by Youth Building Alternatives.
Published
July 8, 2013

LePage vetoes bill cutting toxic chemicals in kids’ items

The governor's administration has opposed the measure saying it would cost too much for added staffing.
Published
July 8, 2013

Portland police charge four with engaging a prostitute

The men are arrested after residents in the Parkside neighborhood asked for stepped-up enforcement.
Published
July 8, 2013

Body of missing Saco man found by police

Kevin O'Donnell was reported missing June 12 and police asked the public to help locate him.