The lawsuit was filed on the behalf of Michaela Morgan, 15, who died along with Thomas Deckard-Madore, 17.
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Trump vs. Mills sequel unlikely at White House governors’ event this month
President Donald Trump is reportedly excluding Democratic governors from a historically bipartisan meeting of the nation’s governors, which last year produced a viral clash with Maine Gov. Janet Mills over transgender athletes.
Livermore Falls board gets public input before vote on retail cannabis moratorium
Select Board members reviewed the updated proposal, saying existing businesses will not be affected by a moratorium.
Widespread BMV scam texts are back, Maine officials warn
The smishing scheme is nearly identical to one that the secretary of state’s office debunked last year.
Poppy’s Redemption begins construction on new site in Livermore
Poppy’s has started building a new redemption center at 1885 Federal Road in Livermore following its relocation from Jay.
Maine native Emily Fischnaller in luge medal contention at 2026 Olympics
Fischnaller is competing in her third Winter Games in the singles luge.
Gov. Mills, Dr. Oz spar over Maine Medicaid investigations
The Trump administration is pointing to a January report that outlined potential improper payments for autism support services, but Maine leaders say that report did not find or allege fraud.
$3M federal grant to help build child care, community center in Rumford
Child care services are vital for community to grow, Town Manager George O’Keefe said.
Protesters, supporters rally outside Bath Iron Works ahead of Pete Hegseth’s visit
Hundreds of people gathered near the U.S. Navy shipbuilder’s facilities ahead of a visit by President Trump’s defense secretary Monday afternoon.
Lewiston extends smoking ban to several more streets
Lewiston city councilors voted 6-1 to expand a ban on using tobacco-derived products on streets that pass Central Maine Medical Center, Bates College, St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center and more area businesses.