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Chinese nationals charged in alleged scam targeting Maine man

Three Chinese nationals are accused of trying to scam an 82-year-old Alfred man out of $100,000.

Head-on crash involving two SUVs in Penobscot County leaves two people dead

Two people were killed in a head-on crash Wednesday morning in Penobscot County.

Portland Only City With 3 Restaurants on NY Times List

Portland’s three restaurants on the list was followed by Los Angeles, Atlanta, Detroit and Houston.

Convicted Maine Murderer Dies in New Jersey Prison

David Silva was convicted in Kennebec County more than 10 years ago

Former Cumberland County Deputy accused of stealing

A former Cumberland County Deputy has been indicted on theft and burglary charges.

No injuries after school bus rollover on icy road in Sumner

A student and the driver of a school bus were not injured when the vehicle crashed in Sumner on Tuesday.

Falmouth Man Faces Jail After Pleading Guilty Over Taxes

Federal prosecutors say Jeffrey Riddle filed tax returns for years showing he owed substantial taxes, but never pay them

Crime Rate in Maine Is Down Over Three Years

Statewide crime statistics released Monday in four categories show crimes against people, property and society are all down over three years.

Bath-area schools close Monday due to threat later deemed not credible

Police say a “safety concern” prompted schools in the Bath area to close Monday.

Four children treated for hypothermia after lake rescue in Ellsworth

A group of kids who went missing were rescued from a lake in Ellsworth on Sunday.

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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

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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.

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“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.

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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.