After months of negotiations and a pair of 5-hour meetings, an agreement has been reached.
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Audubon’s ‘Extreme Birdwatching’ program features Wells native
Scott McNeff has been practicing falconry for more than 30 years.
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Missing Milbridge woman found safe
The Washington County Sheriff’s Office had sought the public’s aid in finding the 41-year-old on Thursday.
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Courtroom outburst lands shuttered Madison cannabis shop’s owner in jail
Daniel Safranec apologized for his behavior, which Judge Brent Davis said was the worst he had ever seen as he ordered Safranec to serve 14 days in jail.
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Police search for Holden teen missing since Sunday
The 17-year-old’s cellphone indicated they were in the Portland area on Sunday, according to police.
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Maine Border Patrol agent bragged about Chicago shooting in text messages
A defense attorney says Charles Exum sent the messages, in which he boasts of his shooting skills, in a group chat with other agents.
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Golden’s decision to not seek reelection complicates Democrats’ 2026 plans
The announcement by Maine’s 2nd District congressman that he won’t seek a fifth term is likely to give a boost to Republican Paul LePage, although 2026 is also expected to be a good year for Democrats.
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Farmers’ Almanac to end publication after 208 years
‘Like losing a cherished friend’: The iconic guide based in Lewiston has provided weather forecasts, gardening tips and old-fashioned advice since 1818.
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Drought wilts Maine’s apple and blueberry yields
This year’s extreme weather led to a 50% drop in production among Maine’s biggest apple growers and a 30% decline among wild blueberry farmers.
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Brunswick Town Council race decided by 1 vote will be recounted
Voters elected three newcomers to the council Tuesday night, including Ramona Thieme, who was announced to have won by a single vote.