
PORTLAND (AP) -- A deep-water fish that's known as much for its ugly mug as its ability to gobble up whole urchins and crabs in a few swift chomps won't be getting federal protection after all.

OXFORD (AP) -- Elected officials in Oxford have endorsed by a 5-0 vote a proposal to build a resort and casino in the western Maine town.

GUILFORD (NEWS CENTER) --The people in a school district in Piscataquis county have taken the unusual step of voting to close two schools.

AUGUSTA (AP) -- The medical marijuana law approved by Maine voters this week has prompted action by Gov. John Baldacci.

PORT CLYDE (NEWS CENTER) -- The Port Clyde General Store, described by one local resident as the "heart and soul" of the small village, is cutting back its hours for the winter and laying off most of its employees.