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2 weeks ago

Three Arrested in Biddeford Drug Trafficking Raid

Agents say local police and the public clued them into trafficking out of two apartments in Biddeford.

2 weeks ago

Westbrook police asking for help locating missing middle school student

Police in Westbrook are asking for help locating a missing 12-year-old girl.

2 weeks ago

Maine gas prices see slight drop while heating oil hits another record high

Gas prices in Maine as well as nationwide have seen a slight drop in recent days.

2 weeks ago

Smoking materials blamed for house fire that displaced 6 in Pittston

Investigators say a fire in Pittston that left a family of six homeless was caused by the improper disposal of smoking materials.

2 weeks ago

Four Face Felony Drug Trafficking Charges After Raid at Augusta Home

DEA agents and Augusta Police raided the residence on Tuesday.

2 weeks ago

New Hampshire Man Charged for Reportedly Leaving Crash that Injured Highway Worker

Police say the driver continued without stopping.

2 weeks ago

Citgo will reduce emissions, fund research into harmful effects from South Portland petroleum tanks

Citgo says its reducing emissions at its petroleum tanks in South Portland over concerns about potential health issues linked to the tanks.

2 weeks ago

Rumford police investigate apparent gunfire damage to clock tower

Police in Rumford are investigating gunfire damage to a clock tower.

2 weeks ago

Maine Cellphones Ban in Schools Getting Early Positive Reviews

The new law, championed by Gov. Janet Mills, was meant to limit distractions and encourage real-life connections.

2 weeks ago

WGAN Remembers Portland Radio Legend Bud Sawyer

Maine radio legend Bud Sawyer has passed away at 94. WGAN remembers the longtime broadcaster, who began at the station in 1962 before becoming a familiar voice at WPOR.

2 weeks ago

New Poll Shows Jackson with Slight Lead Over Collins in Maine Senate Race

Jackson’s lead reflects a survey of likely voters.

2 weeks ago

Sen. King Endorses Dunlap in 2nd Congressional District One Week Before Election

King released a video Tuesday endorsing Dunlap.

2 weeks ago

6 people accused of healthcare fraud linked to South Portland care provider

An investigation by U.S. Homeland Security led to charges for six people at a personal care company in South Portland who are accused of defrauding MaineCare.

2 weeks ago

Medical examiner says Maine woman and 2 grandchildren found in submerged vehicle died from drowning

Investigators have confirmed the deaths of a Mount Desert woman and her two grandchildren whose vehicle was found submerged in the water last month were accidental.

2 weeks ago

Penobscot County Residence Fire Determined to be Arson

Investigators determined the fire failed to spread because of a lack of fuel load.

2 weeks ago

Rogue Fire Engine Seen Driving Through Limerick Area

The vehicle is believed to be personally owned.

2 weeks ago

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

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

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.

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