HALLOWELL — Municipal officials across the state have said Gov. Paul LePage’s proposed budget will force severe cuts to services or steep increases in property taxes.

AUGUSTA — The universities in Augusta and Farmington will reap major benefits under a new funding plan for the state’s university system if they stay on track producing graduates.

WINTHROP — There’s no “drama” in the trailer next to the tennis courts.

BANGOR — Pending final accreditation, the University of Maine at Augusta will begin offering a bachelor’s degree in aviation this fall.

AUGUSTA — Maine’s abundant land, growing conditions and location in the Northeast make the state well-positioned for growth in agriculture, said John Piotti, executive director of Maine Farmland Trust.

AUGUSTA — City councilors want to meet public safety needs, improve communication with the public and explore ways to address social service problems, such as hunger and homelessness.

The suspect escaped with undisclosed amount of prescription drugs, say police.