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.
Maine travelers, skating community impacted by deadly D.C. plane crash
Several American Airlines flights to and from Reagan Washington National Airport were canceled at Maine's two largest airports.
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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.
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.
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.
Snow causes treacherous travel conditions across Maine, multiple crashes reported
Snow is causing treacherous travel conditions across Maine on Wednesday. A car crash took down some wires in South Portland during a snowstorm on Wednesday morning. The crash happened on Broadway at Lincoln Street. Police say Broadway is closed from Cash Corner to Lincoln St. Wires are down in the roadway.
Maine’s high court strikes down removal of time limits on child sex abuse lawsuits
Lawmakers in the state approved the law in 2021, and it was later challenged by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland.
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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.
January in Maine sees below-average temps and snowfall. What will February bring?
January was both dry and colder than normal in Portland, leading to questions like whether or not February is trending the same way.
Maine resettlement agencies told they can no longer support refugees already here
A State Department directive says agencies will not be reimbursed for items like housing and food assistance, cutting off lifelines for new Mainers during the first three months in a new community.
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.
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,