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2 weeks ago
Kennebunk Firefighters Save Car From Falling Into River
The vehicle came to rest in a position where it was ready to roll over and down a 15-foot drop.
2 weeks ago
Trump Shuts Down Offshore Wind in New England; Nova Scotia Eyes Opportunity
The administration’s freeze on U.S. ocean wind projects could set clean energy back a decade. Nova Scotia’s massive Wind West project hopes to fill the gap and even sell power to the U.S.
2 weeks ago
Federal Policy Could Push Hundreds of Mainers Out of Long-Term Housing
HUD plans to cut funding for permanent supportive housing and shift to transitional programs, leaving vulnerable Mainers at risk of homelessness. Advocates warn shelters could be overwhelmed.
2 weeks ago
Maine Announces $550K in Grants to Boost Coastal Resilience
The state just announced $550,000 in grants to help communities prepare for future storms and flooding. Towns and regional groups can apply for funding to strengthen infrastructure and plan for climate risks. Applications are due Jan. 5.
2 weeks ago
Portland Unveils Maine’s First Electric Boat Charger
Portland just unveiled the state’s first electric boat charger at Wright’s Wharf. The move is part of a push to cut emissions and noise in the marine industry.
2 weeks ago
Overdose Deaths Continue to Decline in Maine for Third Year
Overdose deaths have dropped for the third year in a row! Fatal overdoses are down 23% compared to last year, and officials credit naloxone distribution and expanded treatment options. If the trend continues, Maine could see the fewest overdose deaths in six years.
2 weeks ago
Arrest made in shooting that left 1 dead, 1 injured in Penobscot County
A Connecticut man is charged with murder for a shooting in Corinth that left one man dead and another injured.
2 weeks ago
New York man seriously injured after falling from top of moving bus on Maine Turnpike
A New York man fell onto the Maine Turnpike from the top of a moving bus.
2 weeks ago
Rumford Police Arrest Repeat Offender for Check Fraud
Officers say 40-year-old Rex Allen Call, Jr. was arrested Thursday
2 weeks ago
UMaine Police Issue Campus Warning in Domestic Violence Search
They say harassment was first reported Monday, but the case was elevated Thursday.
2 weeks ago
Bribery scheme involving inmate leads to indictments for three former York County corrections officers
Three former corrections officers at York County Jail accused of accepting money from an inmate have been indicted.
2 weeks ago
Portland police seek local woman reported missing on Wednesday
Police are asking for help finding a missing woman from Portland.
3 weeks ago
Wood Leaves Senate Race for House Seat in Maine Election Shakeup
Jordan Wood withdrew from the Senate race to seek Maine’s 2nd Congressional District seat.
3 weeks ago
Police Looking for Stolen Trailer North of Augusta
Police say the 20-foot trailer was last seen on the evening of November 6th parked along Augusta Road.
3 weeks ago
5 Injured in Androscoggin County Crash, Driver Partially Ejected
The roadway was temporarily closed while emergency personnel cleared the scene and investigated the crash.
3 weeks ago
Remains found in Aroostook County identified as missing woman
Human remains that were found in Aroostook County last month have been identified as a mother of two who went missing in July.
3 weeks ago
Knox County judge declares mistrial after jury fails to reach verdict in 2024 killing of toddler
The trial of a Louisiana man accused in the killing of a toddler in Thomaston ended with a mistrial on Wednesday due to a hung jury.
3 weeks ago
Silver Alert Issued for Kennebunk Man
Police have issued a Silver Alert for Norman Lamb of Kennebunk
3 weeks ago
Platner Thinks Democratic Voters Will Overlook Past, Support Him as New Party Face
Platner has been open about mistakes he says he made in the past and his struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder.
3 weeks ago
Biddeford Man Arrested By SWAT Team After Fleeing Arrest
Police say a man drove away from a traffic stop of a suspicious vehicle
