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2 weeks ago in Local
Rogue Fire Engine Seen Driving Through Limerick Area
The vehicle is believed to be personally owned.
2 weeks ago in Local
Bobby Charles’ campaign fined more than $22,000 for oversize donations
Maine's Ethics Commission has voted to fine the campaign of Republican candidate for governor Bobby Charles for violating election laws.
2 weeks ago in Local
Woman arrested by Portland police after brief standoff in McDonald’s bathroom
Portland Police shot pepper balls during a standoff at a McDonald's Monday morning.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
‘You Can See Everything’ surges with $19.5M at box office; ‘Clayface’ takes No. 1
DC Studios scored a modest, R-rated win with "Clayface," landing a $24 million opening weekend, according to studio estimates Sunday. But the biggest success story in theaters remained A24's Elizabeth Holmes documentary "You Can See Everything," which pulled in $19.5 million in its first weekend of wide release.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start amid high chocolate prices and affordability concerns
Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start this year as U.S. consumers grapple with high living costs and eye-popping chocolate prices. Halloween candy sales fell 6.7% in the month ending Oct. 17 compared to the same period last year, according to NielsenIQ, a market research firm.
2 weeks ago in Features, Trending
‘Picasso of Pumpkin Carvers’ brings artistry to a Halloween tradition
When fall arrives and leaves start changing color, Mike Valladao, a systems engineer at a cybersecurity company, slips into his alter ego, "Farmer Mike," also known as the "Picasso of Pumpkin Carvers."
2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
Yamal, Mbappé, Kane and Messi in contention to win the Ballon d’Or. Here’s what to know
The Ballon d'Or winners will be announced on Monday with a new generation of soccer stars, led by Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappé, ready to stamp their name on the trophy that for so long was a personal duel between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Chris Brown avoids prison time for brawling at a London nightclub
Grammy-winning singer Chris Brown avoided prison time Monday for beating a music producer with a tequila bottle at a London nightclub three years ago.
2 weeks ago in World
Lula’s win in Brazil bucks a regional shift to the right and denies Trump a powerful ally
Brazilian voters have denied Latin America's resurgent right its ultimate prize, snapping a streak of seven straight conservative presidential victories in 18 months.
2 weeks ago in Local
WGAN Wins Three First-Place Awards at 2026 MAB Awards
NewsRadio WGAN is celebrating a big night at the 2026 Maine Association of Broadcasters Awards, earning three first-place honors for…
2 weeks ago in Local
Gov. Mills Orders Flags at High Staff Sunday for 3rd Anniversary of Lewiston Shooting
A total of 18 people were killed in the mass shooting.
2 weeks ago in Local
Chimney Inspections Advised After Weekend Fire in Dexter
There were no injuries reported.
2 weeks ago in Local
Secretary of State’s Office confirms prescence of DOJ poll monitors on Election Day
The department first announced their plan to send out 1,000 monitors nationwide this past August; a significant increase from the 289 observers sent out for the 2022 midterm elections.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
‘Rent’ musical celebrates its 30th Broadway anniversary with a starry show: ‘No day but today’
Jordan Fisher was in middle school when he first heard it. He was at his first cast party, gathering with fellow performers around his drama teacher's piano after some community theater.
2 weeks ago in Local
Sen. Collins praises decision to lift tariffs on some Canadian goods
President Trump will lift some tariffs on Canadian goods in a bid to help Maine Sen. Susan Collins and other Republicans win races in battleground states.
2 weeks ago in Local
$5,000 reward offered for information leading to research vessel that went missing in Gulf of Maine
A $5,000 reward is being offered for information about an unmanned research vessel that went missing in the Gulf of Maine.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
The new wedding budget: Where couples are spending more, and less
Modern Gents reports average wedding spending hit $34,200 in 2025, highlighting that couples prioritize experiences and personalization while balancing budgets amid rising costs.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Thunder star and NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s record 20-point streak ends at 141 games
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander decided it was time for his record streak of 20-point games to end. The Oklahoma City star's run of 141 consecutive regular season contests with at least 20 points ended Thursday night when he subbed himself out toward the end of a game against the Denver Nuggets.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Why big music stars like Harry Styles and Celine Dion are embracing residencies
For Harry Styles' dedicated audience, it is the can't-miss event of the year: Tens of thousands have descended on New York City's Madison Square Garden each night of his 30-date residency, rushing to catch the show before it concludes Halloween weekend.
2 weeks ago in World
Vance could be a major Category 3 hurricane Friday as it nears Mexico
Vance became a hurricane Friday and the National Hurricane Center said it would strengthen rapidly as it nears Mexico's Pacific Coast.
