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2 hours 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 hours ago
Rumford police investigate apparent gunfire damage to clock tower
Police in Rumford are investigating gunfire damage to a clock tower.
8 hours 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.
13 hours 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.
22 hours ago
New Poll Shows Jackson with Slight Lead Over Collins in Maine Senate Race
Jackson’s lead reflects a survey of likely voters.
23 hours ago
Sen. King Endorses Dunlap in 2nd Congressional District One Week Before Election
King released a video Tuesday endorsing Dunlap.
1 day 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.
1 day 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 days ago
Penobscot County Residence Fire Determined to be Arson
Investigators determined the fire failed to spread because of a lack of fuel load.
2 days ago
Rogue Fire Engine Seen Driving Through Limerick Area
The vehicle is believed to be personally owned.
2 days 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 days 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.
4 days 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.
4 days ago
Chimney Inspections Advised After Weekend Fire in Dexter
There were no injuries reported.
4 days ago
Secretary of State’s Office confirms prescence of DOJ poll monitors on Election Day
The department first announced their plan to send out 1,000 monitors nationwide this past August; a significant increase from the 289 observers sent out for the 2022 midterm elections.
5 days ago
Sen. Collins praises decision to lift tariffs on some Canadian goods
President Trump will lift some tariffs on Canadian goods in a bid to help Maine Sen. Susan Collins and other Republicans win races in battleground states.
5 days ago
$5,000 reward offered for information leading to research vessel that went missing in Gulf of Maine
A $5,000 reward is being offered for information about an unmanned research vessel that went missing in the Gulf of Maine.
6 days ago
Drought Conditions Continue to Cover All of Maine
Severe drought has grown slightly in the past week
6 days ago
Firefighters Union Touts Collins Endorsement, Quietly Backs Pingree
Collins joined top union members in person to tout their backing.
6 days ago
Sen. Susan Collins calls for removal of radio ad attacking Democrat Troy Jackson as a ‘creep’
Maine Republican Sen. Susan Collins distanced herself from a new radio ad attacking Democratic opponent Troy Jackson as a “freak” and a “creep” because “he has two kids with his cousin,” saying Wednesday that it should be taken down.
