Maine high court strikes down law that allowed lawsuits for decades-long sex abuse claims
The Maine Supreme Judicial Court overturned a 2021 law that had paved the way for dozens of child sexual assault lawsuits.
Snow possible in Maine on Friday evening before more cold air moves in
PORTLAND (WGME) --- More snow is on the way to Maine for Friday evening, although there is still a lot of uncertainty on the extent of the snowfall. Cold air then moves in to start the weekend ahead of more snow Sunday night.
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Maine supreme court strikes down law that allowed civil lawsuits for decades-old sexual abuse claims
The Roman Catholic Bishop of Maine challenged the law after it was sued by dozens of adults who claimed they were abused by clergy members.
Earthquake shakes New England from Boston to Maine, ‘like a truck was hitting our building’
Earthquake felt in Boston today was centered off Maine
3.8 magnitude earthquake centered in Maine rocks parts of Boston
American Airlines flights from Maine to DC canceled after deadly plane crash
The Portland International Jetport and Bangor International Airport websites list all American Airlines flights to Washington D.C. as canceled.
Gov. Mills says Maine will get fewer crisis receiving centers than planned due to budget
PORTLAND (WGME) – Maine will not get as many crisis receiving centers as Governor Janet Mills set out to create. A crisis receiving center like "The Living Room" in Portland, run by Spurwink, is a building staffed with a team of health workers and volunteers.
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Vermont Rail System moves to restore portion of Maine Central line
Trains could return to a long-dormant section of the former Maine Central Mountain Subdivision in New Hampshire and Vermont, according to the president of Vermont Rail System. The company operates 56-mile short line New Hampshire Central in the northwest corner of the Granite State.
Maine health groups push for law to protect access to discount drug program
Supporters say the bill is intended to help community health clinics access discounted drugs, but the pharmaceutical industry accuses hospitals of exploiting the program to increase profits.
South Portland petitions Maine DEP to take action on unused oil tanks
A majority of South Portland City Council members are urging the Maine DEP to either require air emission remodeling or seek the voluntary decommission of the city's aging oil tanks.
Maine’s high court strikes down removal of time limits on child sex abuse lawsuits
Maine’s highest court has ruled against a law that removed the statute of limitations for civil claims about child sexual abuse.
Maine Senate narrowly confirms Heather Sanborn as public advocate
Tuesday to confirm Heather Sanborn as the public advocate to represent utility ratepayers before state and federal regulators. The Portland brewery owner, attorney and former state lawmaker will succeed William Harwood,
Learning to be stewards for animals | ARLGP offers classes for Maine students
Through classes for students, the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland teaches kids how to recognize what animals are communicating and how to advocate for them.