Bowdoinham man sentenced to two years for illegal firearm possession
A Bowdoinham man received two years in prison for illegally possessing firearms following an earlier felony conviction. The case was investigated by federal authorities as part of Operation Take Back America.
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The National Federation of Independent Business is urging lawmakers not to approve a proposed surtax that would give Maine one of the highest income tax rates in its region. NFIB says this move could harm small businesses more than large corporations. The group warns it may drive some companies out of state.
Scarborough man pleads guilty to possessing child sexual abuse material
Robert E. Milholland Jr., from Scarborough, pleaded guilty in federal court to possessing child sexual abuse material following an investigation involving Homeland Security Investigations and Lewiston Police Department. He faces significant penalties upon sentencing as authorities continue efforts under Project Safe Childhood.
Maine one of 21 states allowing boys to play girls’ high school sports
An analysis by Pine State News shows that, following President Donald Trump’s Feb. 5 executive order titled “Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports,” Maine is one of 21 states following the order that allows biological males to play on female sports teams.
Maine launches campaign for Invasive Species Awareness Week with focus on prevention
The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF) has launched a statewide campaign for Invasive Species Awareness Week, taking place from February 23 to March 1, 2026.
Number of VA loans issued in Maine increased by 10.5% from Q4 2024 to Q4 2025
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 547 home loans in Maine, totaling $200 million, during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2025, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.
Maine Forest Service issues new guidance for forestry amid rising extreme weather
The Maine Forest Service, part of the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF), has released a new addendum to its core Forestry Best Management Practices (BMP) manual.
NFIB Maine invites small business owners to virtual day focused on key legislative issues
Small business owners in Maine are invited to participate in the NFIB Maine Virtual Small Business Day, an online event designed to discuss legislative and regulatory matters that impact small businesses.
Analysis: Maine among 21 states that allow boys to play girls’ high school sports
An analysis by Pine State News shows that, following President Donald Trump’s Feb. 5 executive order titled “Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports,” Maine is one of 21 states following the order that allows biological males to play on female sports teams.