The Maine Minute
The Maine Minute — September 3, 2026
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State Government
Lewiston — Atkins falls short of AGT finale; fans vote him into top 5. Also, Maine — Wells approves mobile home rent moratorium, sends proposed ordinance to voters in November. Also, Maine — Susan Collins will skip Trump’s midterm convention in Texas.
Courts & Public Safety
Biddeford residents overcharged for sewer services since 2019; city set to issue refunds. Also, Lewiston — Man killed, woman injured in shooting outside Lewiston tavern.
Communities
Portland police looking for runaway 16-year-old. Also, Portland police seek help in finding runaway teen.
Weather
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Atkins falls short of AGT finale; fans vote him into top 5Wells approves mobile home rent moratorium, sends proposed ordinance to voters in NovemberBiddeford residents overcharged for sewer services since 2019; city set to issue refundsMan killed, woman injured in shooting outside Lewiston tavernPortland police looking for runaway 16-year-oldPortland police seek help in finding runaway teen