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Flu Cases Surge In Maine, But Overall Activity Low

The number of flu cases is higher than the peak of flu season last year

Lung Association Recommending Maine Hike Cigarette Tax $2.00

The 2025 State of Tobacco Control report evaluates state and federal policies on actions taken to eliminate tobacco use.

Iconic Schooner Landing in Damariscotta to Reopen

The owners of Schooner Landing on the Damariscotta River say they’ll work out of a food trailer

Portland Mayor concerned on the city’s budget

Portland Mayor Mark Dion joined WGAN Morning News.  He discussed the city’s budget challenges, particularly the significant reduction in state…

More Than 33,000 Mainers Affected by School Cyber Attack

The company suffered a cybersecurity breach last month and later announced it had discovered the attack.

Maine Congressional Members Slam Funding Freeze, Lawsuit Filed

Democratic 1st District Representative Chellie Pingree called the freeze illega

Corinth Home Robbery Leads to Chase, Crash

Police say an elderly woman called 911 around 4 p.m. to report that a man broke into her home.

Man Convicted for Prostitution Business Charged Again

Mark Strong Sr. of Thomaston is one of 11 men accused of engaging a person for prostitution.

Mainers Can Use New Free Option to File Federal Taxes

The “Direct File” program offers eligible taxpayers a way to file income taxes online directly with the IRS at no cost.

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Two Union Agreements at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Reportedly Terminated

The campaign of Secretary of State Shenna Bellows says the President should reverse course.

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Motorcyclist Dead in I-95 Crash in Kennebec County

Anyone with information related to the crash is asked to contact Maine State Police

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Stabbing incident in downtown Portland leads to hospitalization, arrest

Police have arrested 44-year-old Stephanie Vierkant, who's currently unhoused, on charges of domestic violence aggravated assault.

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Otisfield man charged with making bomb threat toward elementary school

A man from Otisfield is accused of making a bomb threat directed at a local elementary school.

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Central Maine Power’s rate change request met with criticism from public advocate

Central Maine Power is again requesting a rate change after its previous request was turned down by regulators.