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Railroad company cited for violating pollution law in cleanup effort

State regulators issued a pollution law violation notice to Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC), the rail company whose six train cars derailed in Somerset County two weeks ago. 

Augusta considers establishing campsite for homeless people

Augusta city councilors are considering designating an area for people experiencing homelessness to set up tents and camp in the city.

Man rescued from Lewiston canal after allegedly fleeing from police

A naked man who was reportedly trying to evade police had to be rescued after he jumped into a canal in Lewiston.

Maine man who made millions in illegal marijuana operation sentenced

An Auburn man has been sentenced to more than four years in prison for his role in a massive marijuana trafficking operation.

Kennebunkport woman found with severe hypothermia near her home

A missing woman was found in the woods behind her home in Kennebunkport with severe hypothermia.

Police seek missing Aroostook County teen

Police are asking for the public’s help locating a missing teenager from Presque Isle.

Salary bump for state legislators, governor being considered in Augusta

Two bills have been introduced in the Maine Legislature that would increase the salaries of the governor and state legislators, which are among the lowest in the country.

Officials issue updated wildlife consumption advisory for PFAS in Fairfield area

The Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife and the Maine CDC have announced a new wildlife consumption advisory for deer and turkey due to PFAS contamination.

Legendary “Valentine’s Day Bandit” identity revealed after death

A local legend known for spreading joy around the Portland area has had their identity posthumously revealed.

DEP warns railroad company that cleanup effort is not enough after train derailment

The Maine Department of Environmental Protection is warning the railroad company whose freight train derailed in Somerset County last weekend, that they need to improve their cleanup efforts.

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Paris prosecutor says 2 suspects in the Louvre jewel heist admit their involvement

Two suspects in the Louvre jewel heist have admitted their involvement and are believed to be the men who forced their way into the world's most visited museum, a Paris prosecutor said Wednesday.