As police take steps to address the increase in shootings, residents are anxious for results.
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All 6 of Maine’s federal judges recuse themselves from Rep. Laurel Libby’s lawsuit against House speaker
The Republican state lawmaker’s case will now be considered by a federal judge from Rhode Island.
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Auburn rail line to Portland should be a trail, lawmakers told
Opponents of the proposal to create a 26-mile bicycle and pedestrian trail along the route say the tracks should stay in place in case passenger rail service returns.
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Mainers are howling about coyote hunting proposal
A legislative committee in Augusta got an earful from both sides about a bill that would limit coyote hunting.
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Some in Auburn, Minot support for Rep. Laurel Libby despite Maine House censure
Residents react to Tuesday night’s Maine House of Representatives vote to censure Rep. Laurel Libby, R-Auburn, for posting unblurred photos of a transgender student-athlete on social media.
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Maine’s coldest case: Police still don’t know who killed Kenny Wood Jr. in Auburn in 1954
Despite years of investigation, authorities have never figured out who murdered the 12-year-old from Gray.
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Why you might be waiting on your heating fuel delivery in Maine
Extended cold snap, not enough drivers contribute to waits up to a week or longer for fuel.
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A Frenchville Republican challenges Susan Collins
Susan Collins will face at least one primary challenger if she opts to run for reelection in 2026
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As shootings become part of the backdrop of Lewiston, the city is trying to come to grips with a growing problem
Data from the Lewiston Police Department show gun violence over the last six years has take a dramatic upturn.
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Auburn artist and educator uses life-saving power of art to inspire students
Matthew Peinado’s current exhibit at USM-LAC is titled ‘Connections,’ which also describes his goal of connecting his students to the transformative nature of art.