Maine News Digest
Columbia Basin Herald | UPDATED 6 years, 8 months AGO
Maine news from The Associated Press for Friday, Jan. 17, 2020.
Here's a look at how AP's general news coverage is shaping up today in Maine. Questions about today's coverage plans are welcome and should be directed to the northern New England desk at 207-772-4157.
A reminder this information is not for publication or broadcast, and these coverage plans are subject to change. Expected stories may not develop, or late-breaking news and more newsworthy events may take precedence. Advisories, digests and digest advisories will keep you up to date.
For up-to-the minute information on AP's coverage, visit Coverage Plan at newsroom.ap.org.
NAVY SHIPBUILDING-CUTS
Three members of Congress visit Bath Iron Works weeks after a leaked memo suggested the Navy was considering deep shipbuilding cuts. SENT: 130 words. Developing.
IN BRIEF:
CONSERVATIVE SPEAKER CANCELED: A group of college Republicans in Maine is struggling to find a venue for conservative speaker Michelle Malkin after three sites have all canceled.
FOREST PRESERVE: Conservation groups in Maine have announced the permanent protection of 1,400 acres in the southern part of the state, which will be home to a new community forest.
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