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August 22, 2023

Some US states reject federal money aimed at replacing dangerous lead pipes

The U.S. has offered funds to help states remove dangerous lead pipes. However, some states, which may not want to take out separate loans to find the pipes, have rejected the offer.

August 21, 2023

Boaters leap overboard after yacht catches fire off Maine coast

Two individuals reportedly jumped from a 48-foot yacht off the coast of Seguin Island, Maine, after a fire rapidly consumed the vessel.

August 18, 2023

Survivor of fiery crash that killed 4 Maine Maritime Academy students faces accomplice charges

A survivor of a fiery crash that killed four students from Maine Maritime Academy is now facing charges as an alleged accomplice or co-conspirator in connection with the incident.

August 17, 2023

Maine man sentenced to 25 years for death of infant son; Case renews criticism of state's child welfare agency

A Maine father has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for the death of his 1-year-old son. The case has renewed criticism in the state's child welfare agency.

August 10, 2023

Opponents to new Maine abortion law won't attempt to nullify through so-called People's Veto

Opponents of a new Maine law that expands abortion access will not attempt to nullify the statute. The bill allows abortions at any time if deemed medically necessary.

August 9, 2023

Fishermen slam Biden admin's offshore wind push as threat to jobs, sea life

Studies show that offshore wind turbines emit eclectic currents that are deforming lobster and haddock, and "imitate effects of climate change" by raising ocean surface temperatures.

August 8, 2023

Maine woman who pleaded guilty in overdose death of infant son begins 4-year manslaughter sentence

Mariah Dobbins has recently begun her four-year manslaughter sentence after pleading guilty in connection to the overdose death of her one-year-old son.

August 4, 2023

Maine woman, 87, fed home intruder peanut butter crackers before calling police on rotary phone

A Maine woman, 87, recounted the moment a teenager broke into her home and threatened to cut her, so she fought back and offered him a snack before calling 911.

August 1, 2023

Maine's largest newspaper group becomes nonprofit after over 20 publications successfully sold

Maine's largest newspaper group has become a nonprofit after the successful sale of over 20 daily and weekly publications to the National Trust for Local News.

August 1, 2023

Biden administration blasted for 'hypocrisy' on offshore wind as it scrambles to probe whale deaths

The Biden administration appears to be scrambling to fund research on the impact offshore wind has on highly endangered whales after it already greenlighted the turbines.