1. MSAD 60 in the Berwick area increased police presence after a video of a school board exchange over whether repeatedly misgendering a transgender student constitutes bullying went viral. The clip spread widely in conservative online circles, drawing national attention and what district leaders called unsettling and concerning reactions. (PH)
2. LifeFlight of Maine is urging new drone owners to follow safety rules and stay clear of emergency aircraft, warning that drones pose serious risks to medical helicopters. The FAA says pilots report more than 100 drone encounters each month nationwide. (WMTW)
3. Maine libraries are scrambling for new books after major distributor Baker & Taylor shut down. Deliveries are taking weeks longer, forcing libraries to turn to new vendors and local bookstores while patrons wait longer for new releases. (PH)
4. Kittery and York have settled a long-running border dispute, agreeing to redraw the town line with York transferring four acres of wooded land to Kittery, pending state approval. Officials say the change has little impact on taxes or property owners. (NCM)
5. Dunkin’ is kicking off 2026 by adding Protein Milk to its menu and teaming up with Megan Thee Stallion. The launch features new protein-packed drinks, including Megan’s Mango Protein Refresher, plus a new $5 Meal Deal that pairs a breakfast sandwich with a medium drink. (DD)
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