Penobscot Nation Chief Kirk Francis said the measure, which would not allow Indigenous tribes to operate a casino without special permission from the state, is a top priority for the legislative session that is nearing an end.
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Posted inNation & World
Beluga whale with apparent Russian-made harness reaches Sweden
Authorities in Norway have ‘rejected all inquiries and plans to capture’ it.
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Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Milford man shot by police last week now faces several charges
Djvan Carter, 45, has been charged with attempted murder, assault and kidnapping in connection with a domestic assault that led to a Maine State Police corporal shooting him.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
DeSantis kicks off presidential campaign in Iowa, vows to ‘fight back’ against Trump
He announced his campaign May 24 and already has an early financial start thanks to a super PAC.
Posted inSports, Varsity Maine
Local roundup: Monmouth baseball handles Mountain Valley
Matt Marquis allows one hit over four innings for the Mustangs.
Posted inMaine, News
Legislature considers changing Maine license plate design from chickadee to 1901 flag
Bill LD 1965, ‘An Act to Authorize the Secretary of State to Provide a New General Issue of License Plates,’ will give Maine’s primary license plate a new look if approved.
Posted inHealth, Nation & World
Ruling clears way for Purdue Pharma to settle opioid claims, protects Sacklers from lawsuits
The Sackler family will contribute $5.5 billion to $6 billion to individual victims of the opioid crisis and their survivors.
Posted inNation & World, News
Florida police search for 3 gunmen who wounded 9 at crowded beach
Two people involved in the altercation that led to the shooting have been arrested on firearms charges, and 5 handguns have been recovered.
Posted inSports, Tennis, Varsity Maine
Girls tennis: Battle-tested Maranacook sweeps Hall-Dale in C South quarterfinals
Black Bears win every set, advance to face NYA in Thursday’s regional semis.
Posted inNation & World, News
Manson follower Leslie Van Houten should be paroled, California appeals court rules
Gov. Gavin Newsom rejected parole for her in 2020, arguing she still poses a danger to society.