Lewiston Housing rushes to get emergency shelter approved before deadline

Members of Lewiston Housing and a coalition of social service providers are rushing to finalize a proposal for a low barrier, 24/7 emergency homeless shelter in the city.

Emergency order expanded to slow spread of invasive emerald ash borer beetle

An emergency order has been expanded by the Maine Forest Service to prevent further spread of the invasive emerald ash borer beetle, which is killing native ash trees.

Community solar farms cause additional electricity price increase

Electricity costs are expected to increase more than utility companies predicted due to community solar programs. The hike in price will be seen on Mainers’ electricity bills starting July 1st.

Deputies searching for “at-risk” Buckfield teenager

A Buckfield teenager who police consider an “at-risk juvenile” has been missing since Wednesday.

Bowdoin College graduate accused of spying on Russia for U.S. government

The Wall Street Journal reporter arrested on espionage charges in Russia is a graduate of Bowdoin College.

Maine schools to receive millions in additional funding after math error correction

A math error by state officials will give Maine schools an extra $42.4 million in state aid with Portland, Lewiston and Bangor getting the largest shares.

Suspects sought in thefts at Lowe’s stores in Brunswick, Portland

Five men are accused of stealing over $18,000 worth of merchandise from two Lowe’s stores in Maine.

No threat found after soft lockdown at Lake Region High School

A Naples high school was placed in a soft lockdown on Tuesday after students and staff reported an unfamiliar person in the school.

Madawaska man killed after driver crashes into his home

A van crashed into a home in Madawaska Saturday night, killing David Morin, 71, who was sitting in his living room when the van struck.

Democrats pass majority budget without Republican support

Democrats moved forward with a majority of their budget proposal still intact on Friday. The passing of the budget was backed almost entirely by Democrats, upsetting many Republicans.