The Sagadahoc County Emergency Management Agency says the drone and dog will help it respond to emergencies in the region.
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Local Maine news from the Portland Press Herald.
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Federal CDL change leaves Maine’s immigrant drivers — and employers — in limbo
New restrictions have led to a scramble at Greater Portland Metro, which halted a training program coordinated by Portland Adult Education and said more than 10% of its drivers are at risk of losing their commercial licenses.
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Knox County trial for child’s death ends with a hung jury
Aziayh Scott, 24, was on trial after pleading not guilty to a manslaughter charge related to the death of a toddler in 2024.
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Federal shutdown creates uncertainty for Maine cancer patient struggling to stay warm
Harsh winters used to be no problem for Baileyville resident Gerard Berry, then he got sick with stomach cancer, lost weight and burned more fuel trying to stay warm.
Posted inElections, Local & State, News, Times Record
Recount confirms Ramona Thieme as Brunswick Council winner
The newcomer won the District 6 Town Council race over incumbent Nathaniel Shed by 2 votes, according to results of a hand count on Wednesday.
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Portland moves toward new life for vacant Bayside lots
The city is seeking a broker to help sell about 3.25 acres of land it repurchased after a failed housing development.
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Westbrook breaks ground on workforce housing project
Gov. Janet Mills was on hand for the ceremony Wednesday, Nov. 12.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
How Bowdoin College came to mirror the country’s national free speech debate
Student protests, threats and intense federal scrutiny are changing how college students and professors in Maine and across the country talk about politics.
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Kennebunk senator will not seek reelection in 2026
Joe Rafferty endorses Rep. Daniel Sayre, who announces he will run for the District 34 seat.
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Is Maine an at-will employment state? | Fact brief
Employers in most U.S. states are allowed to fire workers for any reason that’s not specifically prohibited by law or a contract.