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Maine on pace to have lowest number of fatal overdoses in 5 years

There have been 403 drug overdose deaths between January and October of this year, or an average of 40 deaths per month.

Former Pres. Carter Remembered from Maine Perspective

Peter Maer described Jimmy Carter as a complex public figure, noting his tenacity, stubbornness, and modesty.

Vehicle Damaged from Gun Shot Fire in Portland

Officers say they were called about 11:30pm on a report of shot fired

Silver Alert for Missing 86-Year-Old Norway Man.

Norway Police are searching for Robert Coleman, who suffers from cognitive issues.

Building a Total Loss in New Gloucester Fire

New Gloucester Firefighters say five other departments were brought in because of the size of the fire

Maine Elected Office Holders Weigh in on Carter Death

Carter was oldest living U.S. president of all time and was elected president in 1976

Spanish Energy Giant Completes Acquisition of CMP Parent Company

Iberdrola previously held 82 percent of Avangrid’s stock

Maine Contractor Faces $160,000 Fine Over Workplace Deaths

OSHA says Patriot Paving Group ignored warnings and the company’s own safety plan, which led to the fatal incident in June.

Maine 4th Best US State to Sell Homes Above Market Value.

Six of the top 10 best states for homes that sell above market value are in New England.

More Than a Dozen Shots Fired at Portland Apartment Building

Police say they were called to the scene just after midnight at 139 Cumberland Avenue,.

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

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Portland Mayor Says Live Nation Venue Moving Forward After Heavy Opposition

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