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3 weeks ago
Health officials say measles cluster in Penobscot County is contained
The Maine CDC says five cases of measles reported in Penobscot County last month have been contained.
3 weeks ago
Bellows Demands Assurance ICE Won’t be at Maine Polling Places
Bellows has joined eight other secretaries of state to send a letter to the Department of Homeland Security.
3 weeks ago
The Maine Public Defense System Out of Money to Pay Attorneys
The commission is urging the legislature to pass a bill that provides funding on an emergency basis.
3 weeks ago
Man accused of killing girlfriend in Carrabassett Valley ordered held without bail
A man accused of shooting and killing his longtime girlfriend in Carrabassett Valley this week will remain held without bail after his first court appearance on Wednesday.
3 weeks ago
3 fishermen rescued from waters off Boothbay Harbor after boat sinks
The Coast Guard rescued three fishermen from a sinking boat off the coast of Boothbay Harbor Wednesday morning.
3 weeks ago
Maine Home Sale Especially Sluggish in February
Sales in February dipped below the same month last year after a slow start in January.
4 weeks ago
Windham Man Faces Domestic Violence Charges After Reportedly Firing Gun
The suspect faces Domestic Violence and Reckless Conduct charges.
4 weeks ago
Five People Arrested in Months-Long Midcoast Drug Trafficking Investigation
The Maine State Police Tactical Team was brought in to help make the arrests.
4 weeks ago
Seach of home in Waterboro linked to investigation by police in California
Detectives from California are involved in an ongoing investigation centered around a home in Waterboro.
4 weeks ago
Maine GOP leaders call out Mills administration for response to MaineCare audit
Maine Republicans are pushing back against the response from the Mills administration to an inquiry by the federal government after a watchdog group uncovered $45 million in improper payments made to autism support services.
4 weeks ago
Connecticut Woman Dead, Maine Man Charged with Murder Following Shooting Near Sugarloaf
The victim died at Maine Medical Center in Portland
4 weeks ago
Deputies Say Alcohol, Speed Involved in Standish Crash
The crash remains under investigation by the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office.
4 weeks ago
Massachusetts Man Arrested in Cumberland County for Homicide
The suspect is currently in the Cumberland County Jail awaiting his return to Massachusetts.
4 weeks ago
Buxton woman accused of setting fire to vehicle owned by boyfriend’s relative
A Buxton woman is charged with arson for allegedly setting fire to a vehicle belonging to her boyfriend's family member.
4 weeks ago
Fire on the Exterior of the Hub Furniture in Portland, Forced Power Outage for 3,000 Residents
The fire caused only minor damage to the store, and no one was hurt.
4 weeks ago
Skier Hospitalized from Injuries on Black Mountain Near Rumford
The young skier's condition has not been released.
4 weeks ago
Sprinkler System Helps Contain Fire with Heavy Smoke in Scarborough
Five fire departments were initially sent to the scene because of the amount of smoke.
4 weeks ago
Maine AG breaks with Augusta Democrats over ranked-choice voting bill
The conflict revolves around a bill that aims to expand ranked-choice voting to general elections for governor and the Legislature.
4 weeks ago
Senator Susan Collins Calls Out Governor Mills Over State Tax “Appalling” Disconnect
Senator Susan Collins is speaking out about a growing "disconnect" between federal and state tax relief. While federal changes have paved the way for tax-free tips, overtime, and Social Security relief, Maine has yet to follow suit
4 weeks ago
Fire damage to Turner auto shop estimated to be upwards of $500k
A fire at an auto shop in Turner on Thursday may have caused more than half a million dollars in damage.
