The state’s medical cannabis market does not require testing for chemicals or mold. Industry groups are pushing back against the bill.
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Maine AG says Hiram man pointed BB gun at trooper before his death
The AG said the trooper fired once at the man, whose gun appeared to be a real pistol.
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Posted inMaine, News
Central Maine snowmobilers face new, snowless normal
‘Down here in Kennebec County, I’m afraid our years are probably up,’ said Ernest Rice, longtime president of the Belgrade snowmobile club.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Maine State Police overtime sets a new record at more than $10M
An agency leader said some of the top earners could be trying to earn a higher pension, which is generally calculated by taking the average of their highest 3 years of pay.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Maine
Maine hospitals sound alarm about proposed cuts in Gov. Mills’ budget
The reimbursement rate cutbacks would amount to about a 36% cut in Medicaid payments to some doctors, according to hospital operators.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
A PFAS-free fire suppressant made with Maine wood could fight wildfires
The chemical-free extinguisher could move to the market — and onto firefighting airplanes — quickly. But getting it certified will take time and money.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, Maine Crime
Androscoggin County arrests Jan. 10-15, 2025
Lewiston • Jessica Hart, 35, of 247 Bates St., on a charge of violating conditions of release, at 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 9, at 282 Lisbon St. • Scott Packard, 60, of 178 Ben’s Hill Road, Sabattus, on a warrant charging failure to appear in court, at 2 a.m. Friday, Jan. 10, on Sabattus Street. […]
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‘Incredibly delicate’: Mainers with Mideast ties holding their breath amid ceasefire negotiations
Those on both sides of the conflict in Gaza described the recently announced ceasefire framework as ‘fragile’ but said they were trying to stay hopeful it could lead to a lasting peace.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Maine’s poet laureate shares living out her childhood dream and the power of words
Julia Bouwsma, who will release her third poetry collection this year, spoke about the role Maine plays in her poetry, and the relevance of poetry in times of isolation and polarization.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine
Frigid temperatures increase risk to homeless
Lewiston now has no official warming shelter open during the daytime, but the warming shelter on Lincoln Street is open from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m.