Embracing the state motto – ‘I lead’ – Maine lawmakers led in a different direction, safeguarding and expanding access to abortion and gender-affirming care.
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Car crashes into trees, catches fire while exiting I-295 in Brunswick
The driver was rescued from the burning vehicle and sustained serious injuries, according to the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office.
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Norway man charged with murder in wife’s death
Andrew St. George is being held without bail after authorities found the body of his wife, Barbara St. George, in the couple’s driveway.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime
State police respond to lawyer’s criticisms in case against Seth Carey
Maine State Police defended their investigation into Rumford lawyer Seth Carey, who was charged with a host of sex crimes that were dropped by a Hancock County prosecutor.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
Florida man, 72, drowns in Kennebec River after airboat sinks in Anson
Mark Henry of Fort Pierce, Florida, died Wednesday after the boat he owned nose-dived into the river, throwing him and another man into the water, according to officials.
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Suspect in Naples shooting arrested after two-day manhunt
Police arrested Alexzander Goodwin, 18, of Bridgton, in Portland on Thursday afternoon, nearly two days after he is accused of shooting a teen during a crowded Fourth of July celebration in Naples.
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Maine Legislature passes budget with paid family leave, tax cut for retirees
Both the House and Senate voted for passage, but opposition from House Republicans meant there was not enough support to meet the two-thirds threshold needed for the supplemental spending package to take effect immediately.
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Midcoast dairy farmer to compete in the Mongol Derby, the longest horse race in the world
Jessie Dowling, of Whitefield, will leave for Mongolia later this month to prepare for a 620-mile race against 44 riders from around the world.
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The Christmas Tree Shops closure news leaves customers disappointed
The Massachusetts-based discount home goods store announced last week it would shutter its operations, after initially planning to reorganize the company, and its closure in Augusta will open up more space for leasing at the Turnpike Mall on Western Avenue.
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Maine hospital operator settles contract dispute with Anthem
Covenant Health, which operates hospitals in Lewiston and Bangor, signs a 2-year deal with the insurance company, preserving in-network care for patients.