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Struck-down Maine citizen’s referendum on super PAC donations heads to appeals court

Despite getting over 75% of the vote, a Portland judge deemed the referendum unconstitutional this past summer, citing the ruling made by the Supreme Court on the 2010 Citizen's United case.

2 weeks ago

Police find missing teen after vehicle pursuit in Skowhegan

A missing teenager was found in the vehicle of a Norridgewock man who police say led them on a chase in Skowhegan on Thursday.

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Maine State Police seeking information about bank fraud suspect in Aroostook County and Bangor

A woman is wanted for bank fraud in Bangor and Aroostook County.

2 weeks ago

What to Know About Maine U.S. Senate Race

Democrats are hoping to unseat Republican Susan Collins.

2 weeks ago

Drought Gets Worse Across Maine Impacting Drinking Water

Drought conditions across the state have worsened over the past week.

2 weeks ago

Maine Housing Market Becoming More Buyer Friendly

Sellers and buyers are on more equal footing for negotiating their home purchase.

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3 face drug charges after raids in New Gloucester, Lewiston

A month-long investigation into drug trafficking in New Gloucester and Lewiston led to three arrests on Wednesday.

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Man accused in high-speed pursuit in Kennebec County arrested after crashing into construction zone

Police say a man led them on a high-speed chase in Clinton before crashing in a construction zone on Tuesday.

2 weeks ago

Maine State Police Lobby Against Red Flag Law

Maine State Police and the state Department of Public Safety strongly oppose the Red Flag Law.

2 weeks ago

Platner Says Nazi Symbol Tattoo Has Been Covered

The first-time political candidate said he got the skull and crossbones tattoo in 2007

2 weeks ago

Minor Earthquake Hits Historic Maine Island

There have been about 170 recorded earthquakes in Maine since 1997.

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Maine State Police Make Arrest in Child Sex Investigation

Police are asking for public help to identify other people involved in the crime.

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1 person, dog dead after house fire in Kennebec County

A fire at a home in Benton left one person and a dog dead.

2 weeks ago

“Do Not Eat” advisory issued for wild animals in Kennebec, Waldo counties over PFAS concerns

Wildlife officials are issuing a new Do Not Eat advisory for wildlife contaminated with PFAS in eastern Kennebec and western Waldo Counties.

3 weeks ago

Portland Mayor Says Live Nation Venue Moving Forward After Heavy Opposition

A proposal would require Live Nation to pay a community benefit fee.

3 weeks ago

Platner Takes Page from Trump Playbook to Keep Up Senate Bid

Platner is the latest Democratic candidate to shrug off dark revelations about their past,

3 weeks ago

Man Dies in Down East Maine Crash

The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

3 weeks ago

Maine State Worker Resigns After Charges for Comfort Dog’s Death

Brodie Hinckley was placed on administrative leave last month

3 weeks ago

Former Gov. LePage joins Republicans calling for investigation into funds raised for Lewiston shooting survivors

A group of Maine Republicans including former Governor Paul LePage are calling for an investigation into the use of funds raised for survivors of the Lewiston mass shooting.

3 weeks ago

Traffic stops lead to drug arrest in Portland

Police seized a rifle along with meth and crack cocaine during a traffic stop in Portland.

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