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Gene-edited beagles may offer a future option for people with dog allergies

Matt Walker couldn't pet a dog without sneezing — until he and other scientists used a gene editing technique to produce a hypoallergenic beagle named Bailey.

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Fishing closures are becoming routine as record heat warms rivers in the US West

Trout need cool water to survive, but record heat this summer has driven water temperatures to lethal levels for fish. Wildlife officials are banning fishing during certain hours on rivers and streams across the U.S. West, following an exceptionally dry winter and amid widespread drought.

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School backpack overload: Heavy bags can strain kids’ bodies

Backpacks can be fashionable and functional, but they can also be too heavy — weighed down by digital devices, musical instruments, sports equipment and more. Some kids carry home a laptop or tablet and textbooks, too.

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9 minutes ago in Local

More Shark Sightings Reported in Scarborough

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The observations are consistent with the increased shark activity reported over the past several days.

25 minutes ago in Local

Man Critically Injured in Poland SUV-Motorcycle Crash

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The crash remains under investigation.

4 hours ago in Local

Mills administration touts efforts to crack down on Medicaid fraud amid scrutiny from Trump administration

The administration of Gov. Janet Mills says the state suspended Medicaid payments to five providers in June over credible fraud allegations.