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3 weeks ago

Maine man pleads guilty in connection with shooting deaths of couple

A man accused of fatally shooting a couple in front of their children in Westbrook pleaded guilty to murder in court on Monday.

3 weeks ago

Presque Isle woman reported missing earlier this month found safe

Police say Kimberly Murph has been found safe.

3 weeks ago

Emergency Work to Start on Maine Turnpike in Portland

The Turnpike Authority has hired CPM Constructors; Inc to perform the repairs for more than $1.6 million.

3 weeks ago

Man Fleeing Police Hit on Turnpike in Biddeford Sunday Night

Maine State Police say a truck driver called in to say he'd hit a pedestrian running across the highway.

3 weeks ago

Maine’s Food Pantries Struggle with Volunteer Shortage

Maine has long been one of the most food insecure states in New England.

3 weeks ago

Motorcyclist Dead in Whitefield Crash

The Vigue Road was closed till approximately 1:30 PM.

3 weeks ago

Navy Ship Christened at Bath Iron Works

Several other military destroyers are currently under construction at Bath Iron Works.

3 weeks ago

Mt. Desert Island officials raise alarm over potential impact of government shutdown on local economy

If Congress can't come to an agreement over the budget by the end of Tuesday, at least a partial shutdown will occur that'll limit operations by federal agencies like the National Park Service, potentially shutting down Acadia National Park.

3 weeks ago

Pair of men involved in Saco drive-by shooting plead guilty

Two Massachusetts men are pleading guilty to several charges in a drive-by shooting in Saco last year

3 weeks ago

Standoff at Peru home ends with death of suspect

A man accused of causing a standoff with police in the town of Peru was found dead.

3 weeks ago

Long Running Pie Contest Draws Big Numbers at Cumberland Fair

All proceeds from the Pie Contest are going to benefit the Cumberland Food Pantry.

3 weeks ago

Collins Lone Republican to Criticize Job Cut Threat During Gov. Shutdown

A memo this week instructs agencies to use the shutdown as an opportunity to reduce their work forces.

3 weeks ago

Images from New Earth-Mapping Satellite Showcase Maine Coast

The pictures, released Thursday, are from a spacecraft that rocketed into orbit from India two months ago.

3 weeks ago

Maine to Establish New Life Sciences Center

Governor Mills signed an executive order last week to establish the Life Science Center.

3 weeks ago

Woman Seriously Injured in Portland Crash Near I-95

She was taken to Maine Medical Center with injuries.

3 weeks ago

Juvenile accused of stealing vehicle, leading Bangor police on chase

A 14-year-old boy accused of leading police on a chase in a stolen vehicle was taken into custody in Bangor on Wednesday.

3 weeks ago

Early morning fire in Otisfield leaves animals dead

Several dogs died in a fire in Otisfield early Thursday morning.

3 weeks ago

Current Rain in Maine Won’t Stay as Drought Continues, Upcoming Winter Less Snowy

The current run of storms will bring one-to-two inches of precipitation.

3 weeks ago

Historic Sale of Dams Opens Salmon Return to Kennebec River

The sale all but guarantees unfettered access for endangered Atlantic salmon.

3 weeks ago

Two Men Arrested After Standoffs in Penobscot County

Both men face domestic violence charges

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3 days ago in Lifestyle

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