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Sen. Collins raises more than $5 million in re-election bid

Meanwhile, her Democratic challenger Shenna Bellows surpasses $1 million in total fundraising.

Raye, Cain have most money left going into 2nd District primary

The most recent fundraising news is worst for Democrat Troy Jackson and bad for Republican Bruce Poliquin, who lose ground on their opponents.

No forgiveness for murderers

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Maine Guard general defends decisions, blames ‘sensationalist’ media

In a Friday morning radio interview, Brig. Gen. James Campbell says initial stories that he was seeking to move the 133rd Battalion were ‘way off the mark.’

Police knew about but didn’t view Elliot Rodger’s videos

A police statement also reveals new details about the sequence of events leading up to the killings near a Santa Barbara university.

Utah teens shocked to see altered yearbook photos

Digital alterations included cap sleeves on tank tops, raised necklines and in one case, a vanished tattoo.

Maine Democrats gather at convention as they try to unseat Gov. LePage

Party leaders hope to highlight the importance of maintaining Democratic control of the 2nd District seat, left vacant by Mike Michaud.

China acres turned into a free multi-use trail park

Thurston Park will open Saturday with about four miles of trails on about 400 acres near the Albion and Palermon town lines.