Woman who fired gun into floor of Oakland home during argument with husband was found guilty of reckless conduct, criminal threatening, endangering child.
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Report lays out Maine’s latest climate projections. Here’s what you need to know.
Scientists and working groups weigh in on all aspects of climate change, from heat waves to soaring pollen counts to sea level rise, to help the Maine Climate Council set new goals for the second installment of Maine Won’t Wait, the state’s climate action plan.
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Most high school softball coaches in Maine are men. A push for change is underway
Blueprint used to get more women involved comes from UMaine women’s basketball coach Amy Vachon.
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Kayaker rescued after breaking leg on Kennebago River in Rangeley
Rescuers bushwhacked their way into a wooded area to Derek Berlew.
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Maine’s Susan Collins wins ‘Whole Hog Award’ for bringing home the bacon
Longtime senator snagged more money for her state than any of her colleagues.
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Verdict expected Tuesday in trial of woman who shot gun during argument with husband at their Oakland home
Heather M. Hodgson, 41, admits she intentionally fired her handgun into the floor during an argument with her husband, but testified Monday at the Capital Judicial Center in Augusta that she was in fear of him and acted in self-defense.
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Gardiner among Maine communities awarded $2.4 million in grants for community climate projects
A fourth round of state grants will benefit 54 Maine towns, cities and tribes working to prepare for climate change and lower carbon emissions.
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Jury convicts Skowhegan man on attempted murder, arson charges in 2022 fire
Neil T. Maclean, 64, was suffering from mental health issues and told investigators he was trying to kill himself, his wife and others in the October 2022 fire at the 36 High St. apartment, according to testimony during Monday’s trial.
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Jefferson man dies after becoming trapped under his tractor
According to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, Shawn P. Hickey was killed Monday in Jefferson when he apparently became trapped under his tractor.