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U.S. Justice Department sues Maine following denial of request for voter information

The U.S. Department of Justice is suing the state of Maine and Secretary of State Shenna Bellows over her refusal to provide voter information.

Meteorologist Sees Little Rain Ahead for Maine This Fall

The region received less than half the normal amount of rain from June through August.

Maine Shrimp Industry Struggling, With Fishermen Catching Few in 2025

Fishermen have been under a moratorium on catching shrimp for more than a decade.

Sen. Collins Pushes for NIH Funding, Criticizes Medicaid Cuts in Appearance

Collins spoke at Monday’s World Medical Innovation Forum in Boston

Cape Elizabeth Man to Pay $1.24M to Settle COVID Loan Lawsuit

Federal prosecutors say a man used a loan intended to help businesses fend off pandemic hardships for personal enrichment.

Scarborough assistant principal killed in fiery crash in Cumberland

A man accused of leading police on a chase on I-295 was killed when his vehicle crashed into the woods Saturday night in Cumberland.

Federal official says parent detained by ICE outside of Portland school faces domestic violence charge

Portland Police say a parent detained by immigration agents outside of a school had been arrested and charged with domestic violence the day before.

Portland Police Offering $5,000 Reward to Solve Homicide Cold Case

Yamada was found dead in the area of Temple and Federal Street.

STRIVE Fundraiser Surpasses goal to reach $96,000 for Nonprofit

STRIVE Program Director Alex Woodhouse says every dollar raised will go to support their programs

Scarborough High Cancels Classes After Death of Assistant Principal

Individual and small group counseling is taking place.

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12 hours ago in Local

Northern Light Not Raising Rates fore Anthem Patients

The head of Northern Light released a statement Saturday, saying Anthem will not be treated as out-of-network.

13 hours ago in Local

Deputies Say Intoxicated Man Arrested for Trespassing in Shapleigh

The suspect was arrested and will make his first court appearance on Monday.

18 hours ago in Local

Bangor man arrested after alleged stabbing at McDonald’s

The male victim was transported to a local hospital and is being treated for injuries that are not considered life threatening.

19 hours ago in Local

Last push for both sides of voter ID debate as election day draws near

If passed by the voters, legal ID will be required at polling sites and will add restrictions to absentee voting.

1 day ago in Local

An Accused Drunk Driver Arrested for Driving the Wrong Way on I-295

The driver was charged with an OUI and Reckless Conduct with a Dangerous Weapon.