A line of storms that moved east throughout Thursday afternoon prompted a tornado watch, blew over trees and power lines, and knocked out electricity for several thousand people.
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Trek Across Maine officials prioritize bicyclist safety
The 3-day annual bike ride will begin and end in New Gloucester.
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Ticonic Bridge in Waterville reopens to two-way traffic
Construction on the bridge linking Waterville and Winslow is about 8 months ahead of schedule, and expected to wrap up soon.
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West Marine stores in Maine among 59 to close nationwide
The Florida-based retailer of boating, fishing and watersports equipment filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in May.
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World Cup draw against Portugal gives Maine’s Congolese community something to celebrate
Organizers of a watch party in Portland said they hope the event reminds people ‘that we do have culture, we do have history and heritage.’
Posted inElections, News, Politics
Some states are quicker to report election results. Why isn’t Maine?
While many states share election results online on election night, Maine and a handful of others do not have statewide online reporting.
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Police identify Portland man who died after being hit by driver
No charges have been filed against the driver after the fatal crash Tuesday near the intersection of Marginal Way and Preble Street, police say.
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Maine expects to announce winners in ranked-choice runoffs on Thursday
The process is being used to determine the winners in both gubernatorial races, and the Democratic primary in Maine’s 2nd Congressional District.
Posted inMaine, Nation & World, New England, News, Politics
Maine prison official says transgender policy follows state and federal laws
Prison policies have been scrutinized in the wake of 4 female inmates suing the state, alleging sexual harassment and assault by a transgender prisoner.
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Fire destroys barn, badly damages home in Casco
All residents were OK, but the barn was ‘totaled’ and the attached house was left uninhabitable.