Kendall Purnell, who was deemed incompetent in May, was back in court Friday for another competency hearing.
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Gov. Janet Mills will allow ghost gun regulations to become law in Maine
A spokesperson said the governor believes the bill requiring serial numbers on homemade firearms is ‘an appropriate update to Maine law.’
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UMaine receives $3.5 million gift for art museum, honors college
The gift is from the late art historian Linda Zillman, who with her husband, Donald, is the namesake of the university’s art museum.
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Maine’s roller coaster home prices drop one month after record high
The median home sold for $399,000 in November, the state’s first sub-$400,000 median since March.
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Following student deaths, Rockland-area lawmakers propose more school bus crossing arms
Following the deaths of Maine students in the last month, 3 state lawmakers are introducing a bill to require expanded safety features on school buses.
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Holiday gifts, high school sports, winter scenes in central Maine make up this week in photos
Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from Dec. 12-19, 2025. View more Week in Photos galleries Purchase photos from the Kennebec Journal & Morning Sentinel Sign up for Maine Lens our monthly photo newsletter.
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Want to build a gingerbread house? These experts have the sweet tips and tricks.
Cereal makes for a convincing roof shingle. Melted hard candy creates pretty stained glass windows. And patience is key.
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Maine’s U.S. Senate race is the 4th most expensive in the nation
The surge in early spending shows the importance of the seat, currently held by Republican Susan Collins, in determining control of the Senate.
Posted inLocal & State, News, The Maine Forecast
4 Maine weather maps show how much wind is forecast Friday
A low-pressure system is bringing powerful winds, fog and rain to much of the state.
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Can European holiday demand reverse Maine’s lobster export slump?
Hopes are high after the U.S. and Europe agreed over the summer to extend a trade deal that keeps Maine companies on equal footing with their Canadian rivals.