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6 days ago

Troy Jackson, former Maine Senate president, chosen as Democratic nominee for US Senate

Jackson clinched the party’s nomination Saturday morning during a special Democratic nominating convention at the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor, receiving 566 of the 601 delegate votes cast.

6 days ago

New report finds temporary relief for warming Gulf of Maine

While the report found slightly cooler water temperatures in 2024 and 2025, the warming trend is expected to come back this fall and continue to rise long term due to climate change.

1 week ago

Lewiston police investigate reports of gunfire after bullet enters apartment

A Lewiston apartment building was struck by gunfire late Thursday night.

1 week ago

ICE agent who shot and killed man in Biddeford reportedly in protective custody

The ICE agent who shot and killed a Colombian man in Biddeford last week is reportedly in protective government custody.

1 week ago

Giant Metal Roosters Spread Autism Acceptance in Ogunquit After Town Zoning Spat

The family initially resisted the town's removal order

1 week ago

Lifeguard Wetsuit Stolen from Kennebunk Fire Rescue

The agency says a police report has been filed

1 week ago

California Man Charged with Sex Trafficking in Maine

The suspect is charged with sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion.

1 week ago

Pair of fires cause serious damage to Standish home

A home in Standish was seriously damaged after two fires within 24 hours.

1 week ago

Explosion and fire at Bridgton home injures 6

Investigators say a large house fire and explosion in Bridgton Wednesday afternoon was likely caused by a propane leak.

1 week ago

Whale Present Off Maine Shores Likely Losing New Protections

There are only about 380 North Atlantic right whales left.

1 week ago

Maine State Police Issue 115 Tickets in Single Day on Turnpike

The citations were issued for speeding, distracted driving and seat belt violations.

1 week ago

Waterville city council votes to ban cooperation with ICE

Waterville's city council has approved an ordinance banning cooperation between city employees and ICE.

1 week ago

Deputies ask for information about suspect in Arundel ATM robbery

The York County Sheriff's Office is asking for help locating a suspect in an attempted ATM robbery at an Arundel church.

1 week ago

Backup Power Bank Cause of Fire at Montville Camp

No injuries were reported.

1 week ago

Maine Doctor Files Lawsuit to Reenter U.S. After Denial at Canadian Border

The woman claims she has been denied reentry since April.

1 week ago

Eligible Mainers set to begin receiving $300 affordability checks this month

About 500,000 eligible Mainers will start receiving $300 affordability checks later this month.

1 week ago

Motorcyclist suffers serious injuries after colliding with van in Bethel

A motorcyclist who collided with a van in Bethel Tuesday morning was flown to the hospital with serious injuries.

2 weeks ago

Troy Jackson Surges as Maine Democrats’ Likely Senate Pick

Jackson supporters spent the weekend securing hundreds of delegates.

2 weeks ago

ICE Agent in Biddeford Shooting Suffered Previous Head Injury

Court filing appears to be raising new question about ICE's vetting and training practices

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