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2 weeks ago

Driver Not Injured After SUV Ends Up in Acton Pond

The York County Sheriff’s Office says they were sent to the scene of a reported vehicle in Horn Pond

2 weeks ago

Space Heater May Have Caused Large Fire in Falmouth

Fire Marshal Investigators say people who had been staying at the home told them a space heater accidentally caused a couch to catch fire.

2 weeks ago

Bangor Man Arrested for Felony Domestic Violence

Police say they they found a man actively assaulting a woman who was calling for help.

2 weeks ago

Utility regulators approve increase on supplier portion of Mainers’ electricity bills

Mainers will see higher electricity rates with utility regulators approving new standard offer rates for next year.

2 weeks ago

Crash on Maine Turnpike in New Gloucester leaves 2 dead, 4 children hurt

Two adults were killed and four children were injured in a crash on the Turnpike in New Gloucester early Wednesday morning.

2 weeks ago

Maine School Districts Face Lawsuits over Trans Policies

The lawsuit highlights how the state and the Trump Administration have differing views on how to handle transgender policies in school.  

2 weeks ago

Peaks Island Search Continues for Massachusetts College Professor

Wiley Davi was last known to be on the island Saturday evening.

2 weeks ago

New Passenger Platform Installed at Wells Amtrak Stop

The project is expected to be complete by the fall of next year.

2 weeks ago

Utility regulators reject 5-year plan from Central Maine Power that would raise rates

Maine's Public Utilities Commission rejected a five-year plan proposed by Central Maine Power that would lead to a rate increase.

2 weeks ago

Gray schools put in lock-out while police make arrests nearby

Four people accused of fleeing from state troopers were taken into custody Tuesday morning in Gray.

2 weeks ago

Youth Homeless Program in Aroostook County Shuts Down

A program that provides shelter for homeless youth is being shut down after it was denied a federal grant. 

2 weeks ago

60,000 Gallons of Water Used at Large Fire in Falmouth

Smoke could be seen from as far away as Portland from the fire.

2 weeks ago

Maine Human Rights Commission Suing 5 School Districts over Transgender Policies

The commission claims these districts violated state law.

2 weeks ago

President Trump’s Pick for Maine U.S. Attorney Confirmed, Announced

Maine District Court judge Andrew Benson was appointed U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi on October 22nd.

2 weeks ago

Maine Business Owners Blame Lack of Housing for Staff Shortages

Small business owners say they can’t afford to pay workers the high wages necessary to keep up with rising housing prices

2 weeks ago

1 found dead after house fire in Meddybemps

One person was found dead after a house fire in Washington County.

2 weeks ago

Scarborough woman killed in single-vehicle crash in Pittsfield

A Scarborough woman died in a single-vehicle crash in Pittsfield.

2 weeks ago

Maine State Rep. Libby Won’t Seek Reelection, Launching Conservative Groups

Libby says the organizations will include a nonprofit and a state Political Action Committee

2 weeks ago

Search On For Missing Person on Peaks Island

Portland Police say Wiley Davi was last seen Saturday evening.

2 weeks ago

15 Summonsed, One Arrested in Hancock County Underage Drinking Bust

Hancock County deputies say Maine State Police assisted them in the investigation.

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