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Yarmouth doctor accused of sex trafficking and running illicit massage business
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Ukraine relies heavily on Musk's Starlink to provide secure communication among front-line troops and to allow constant battlefield monitoring in command centers, where internet access may otherwise be spotty if not nonexistent.
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Many school districts are deciding to use some mix of remote learning and traditional snow days.
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Trump's victory over Kamala Harris means the Justice Department believes he can no longer face prosecution in accordance with department legal opinions meant to shield presidents from criminal charges while in office.
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Both candidates earned the most write-in votes in Tuesday's election.
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The longtime anti-vaccine activist could influence how the FDA and CDC approach the lifesaving shots.
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Multiple agencies are working to finalize environmental rules and policies before Donald Trump’s inauguration.
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The company, known for its trendy footwear for teens, announced the moves on Thursday, and said it had already been developing a factory network in Cambodia, Vietnam, Mexico and Brazil for several years.
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The plot reflects what federal officials have described as ongoing efforts by Iran to target U.S. government officials on U.S. soil.
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Allen, who grew up in Windham and South Portland, was nominated for songwriter of the year, as well as in the song, album and song for visual media categories.
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David Ryan, 60, of Dixfield was wanted in New Hampshire on a charge of aggravated felonious sexual assault since June.
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Six weeks before the attacks, the shooter's best friend warned that he might snap and commit a mass shooting. Episode 2 begins an examination into the numerous opportunities for intervention.
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She was a co-sponsor and key proponent behind the paid family leave bill that became law and begins going into effect in 2025.
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Voting results for the town of New Vineyard.
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On the campaign, Wiles was able to do what few others have been able to: help control Trump’s impulses — not by chiding or lecturing, but by earning his respect and showing him he was better off when he followed her advice.
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Despite some polling place lines and counting delays, election officials say it was a smooth election overall.
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The money will pay for a new laptop, two bulletproof vests, cloud storage and security doors at the Public Safety Building.
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Steve Grenier, owner of Main Street Music Lessons, refurbished a drum set to help Auburn school music teacher Matt Konrad.
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MaineHealth employees planted yellow tulips as part of a project to raise awareness for youth suicide prevention.
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Firefighter Stephan Bunker approached Rep. Scott Landry, who submitted a bill to the Legislature which was passed and funded.
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With Farmington food pantries feeding more people, friends and members of Henderson Memorial Baptist Church are selling unbaked, frozen pies to support the pantries.
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The Day Mountain Regional Middle School 8th grade hosted its third annual Hunter’s Breakfast fundraiser on Nov. 2, continuing a long-standing tradition from Phillips Elementary to raise $8,000 for their June rafting trip, class T-shirts, prom, and other expenses, with community support and additional fundraisers planned, including a craft fair on Nov. 16.
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Almost a third of the town's voters [1,570 out of the 5,060 registered voters who had voted in the last two elections] had returned absentee ballots by Friday afternoon, Nov. 1, according to Town Clerk Diane Dunham. As of that time 1,680 had been requested, she noted.
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Engineer estimates it would cost hundreds of thousands of dollars to make the school safe.
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A federal judge has ordered the former mayor of New York City to quickly surrender cherished assets as part of a $148 million defamation judgment against the former New York City mayor.
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Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin Austin reminded all members of the military that they swore an oath to support and defend the Constitution – 'and that is precisely what you will continue to do.'
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An adult from Penobscot County developed severe Eastern Equine Encephalitis symptoms early last month and remains hospitalized, the Maine CDC says.
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All Hannaford locations remained open Thursday, but some were cash-only. It was not clear how many stores were impacted.
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The recall impacts 1/8-ounce packages of cannabis flower sold Oct. 11-24 at 4 dispensaries in Bethel, Biddeford and Sanford.
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Debris on top of an extension cord to a chicken coop caught fire and spread to the barn.
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Farmworkers in close contact with infected animals should be tested and offered treatment even if they show no symptoms, said Dr. Nirav Shah, principal director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Some 50,000 people took shelter in Havana, with thousands more doing the same in regions south and just west of the capital.
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The heavily Democratic city overwhelmingly supported Vice President Kamala Harris in the presidential election, a stark difference from the national picture and elsewhere in Maine. On Wednesday, many Portlanders felt a sense of grief for the country.
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An APVoteCast survey shows the president-elect’s supporters largely focused on immigration and inflation – issues the Republican has hammered throughout his campaign.
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The Mountain Fire was burning in a region that has seen some of California’s most destructive fires over the years.
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Republican Robert Carlton was unopposed in his bid to represent District 4.
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Billy Morvent, 59, was found in his home with a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head.
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Incumbent council members did not run for reelection.
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Tzara Jones showed signs of being delusional when meeting with a forensic psychologist, he says.
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The bond will go toward repairs to Philip W. Sugg Middle School.
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For Harris, who is no stranger to setbacks, it was a devastating defeat. But it was also a stinging verdict for the American left.
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Ceremonies begin in the auditorium at 10 a.m.; following that the Resource Fair will continue.
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Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce holds annual meeting and awards ceremony.
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The basement of the West Parish Congregational church has been open for teenagers who need or simply want a place to go, hang out, and enjoy each others' company, along with members of the community.
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Parked outside The Philbrook Place is a white trailer, with a wood burned sign identifying it as 'The Grind.'