Allegations of financial impropriety were first brought to light by a whistleblower in February, but few details about the claims have been made public.
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Father of South Portland teen accused of planning attack pleads not guilty to obstructing police
A South Portland man is accused of obstructing police during the arrest of his son, who has been charged with trying to persuade another person to kill students, faculty and staff at South Portland High School.
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Mills urges voters to reject public utility takeover
The governor cited uncertainty about the long-term benefits of Pine Tree Power, and its initial cost.
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Prices at smaller utilities work their way into debate over Maine’s energy future
Backers of Pine Tree Power tout lower rates at customer-owned utilities, but comparing those rates with investor-owned utilities is complicated.
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Brunswick council to decide on sale of old fire station for brewery, apartment redevelopment
The latest proposal calls for selling the building for $200,000 to Developers Collaborative, which is planning a $3 million renovation to the 1919 building.
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Moscow court won’t hear an appeal by jailed U.S. journalist Evan Gershkovich
Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, who is a Bowdoin College graduate, is seeking release from jail on espionage charges.
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UNE to offer new graduate degree in mental health
The University of New England will launch the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner program in fall 2025.
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Tens of thousands expected in Unity as Common Ground Country Fair prepares to launch
The three-day fair, a celebration of agricultural life and rural living in Maine, opens Friday and is expected to feature more than 1,000 exhibitors and speakers.
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Down East man sentenced to 32 years for killing girlfriend
A judge said it’s effectively a life sentence for 67-year-old Paul DeForest, who pleaded guilty last month to murdering Eva Cox.
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Another bomb threat at Mt. Ararat Middle School in Topsham
Two bomb threats were directed at the school in as many days.