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Maine State Police trooper ‘body-slammed’ Chelsea woman, according to lawsuit
Marie Searles’ lawsuit accuses state police of a pattern of ‘failing to properly investigate and discipline troopers in cases of excessive force.’
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No Labels Party officially dissolves in Maine
Maine voters formerly registered with the party — which presented itself as a centrist, third-party option — are now considered to be unaffiliated, according to the secretary of state.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Lewiston youth worker released on bail amid drug trafficking investigation
Investigators wrote in the affidavit that Samantha Ogwudiegwu was cooperative and no drugs were found on her when she was arrested at her job as a youth worker.
Posted inCommunity, Life & Culture, Maine, News, Outdoors, The Rangeley Highlander, Things to Do
Rangeley hiking group sparks social connections, one step at a time
Trails for Rangeley Area Coalition connects outdoor enthusiasts with twice weekly group outings in the summer and once weekly outings in the winter.
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Expanded protections for Maine vernal pools, wildlife to get public hearing
The proposals, which come as the result of 2 recently passed laws, are aimed at protecting endangered and threatened species.
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How will the shutdown impact Mainers?
A lot depends on how long the stoppage lasts and whether President Donald Trump follows through with threatened layoffs.
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Emergency dispatcher helps deliver baby over the phone
Kevin Dickinson coached a South Portland woman through labor. The baby is healthy.
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Road up Cadillac Mountain at Acadia reopens after daylong closure
A notice on Acadia National Park’s website says the decision to open or close Cadillac Summit Road to traffic will be made on a day-to-day basis while the federal government shutdown continues.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
5 takeaways from our reporting on Maine’s school construction backlog
Aging infrastructure and funding challenges have contributed to a growing problem the state has yet to effectively address.