COVID-19 hospitalizations down slightly in Maine

As new cases of the coronavirus ease in much of Maine, 166 people were in hospitals statewide with the illness on Saturday, two fewer than the day before.

Some ferry runs to Vinalhaven canceled this weekend

The reduced service was prompted by a COVID-19 case coupled with an ongoing staffing shortage.

Portland officials push state for coordination of services for asylum seekers

As state housing officials make plans for a temporary emergency shelter for homeless people in Portland and long-term housing for asylum seekers in three communities, Portland's mayor and interim city manager say statewide coordination is also needed.

South Portland, like Portland, declares it can’t guarantee shelter for asylum seekers

Councilors on Tuesday decided to send a letter to agencies and nonprofits on the southern border, warning them that the city's hotels are at capacity.

Maine reports another drop in COVID hospitalizations

The number of hospital patients with the virus has declined for eight straight days.

NBA notebook: Giannis, Jokic, Doncic, Booker, Tatum on All-NBA first team

It's the first time in 67 years all five players are age 27 or younger.

Wells man held without bail in death of his toddler niece

Andrew Huber Young, 19, who is charged with murder, was ordered to have no contact with his father and brother, who were injured in the shooting at their family home Saturday. He also is barred from contact with the mother of Octavia Huber-Young, the toddler who was shot and killed.

Longtime renters at Wells motel fighting eviction

A judge has granted Pine Tree Legal's request for a restraining order, preventing the Majestic Regency Resort in Wells from evicting 10 renters who were told last week they had days to move out or face arrest.

U.S. should follow the EU model for baby formula

Not only is the U.S. infant formula industry — aka "Big Bottle" — heavily dominated by three aging brands, only seven production facilities have been approved by the FDA to manufacture all the powdered and liquid formulas sold nationwide.

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