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Driver killed after electric vehicle crash creates “significant hazards” in Naples

One person was killed in a fiery crash in Naples Thursday morning.

Augusta plans new affordable senior housing amidst growing demand

Augusta is tackling its pressing need for affordable housing with a new initiative focused on senior citizens.

Police investigating crash at Limington intersection that left one dead, four injured

A three-vehicle crash in Limington that left a Massachusetts man dead and damaged part of a home is under investigation.

Maine AG rules police-involved shooting that left one man dead in Portland last year was justified

Maine’s Attorney General says the shooting of a man by two Portland police officers in December was justified.

Maine to see hottest temperatures in over a decade

PORTLAND, Maine (WGAN) Emergency officials have tips for staying safe and beating the heat as temperatures soar in Maine.

Cooling Centers In Portland

The City of Portland is alerting residents that two cooling centers will be available to the public this week.

MEMA Urges Awareness and Caution Ahead Of Extreme Heat

AUGUSTA, MAINE — Maine is forecast to experience temperatures above 90 in most locations tomorrow with widespread 90s on Wednesday…

Girl injured in ATV crash last month dies of injuries

An 11-year-old girl who was seriously injured in an ATV crash in Dover-Foxcroft has died.

Austin Theriault wins primary in Maine’s second district

LEWISTON, Maine (AP) — Republican state lawmaker Austin Theriault, endorsed by former President Donald Trump, has won the chance to…

Man holding a burning gas can charges at police and is fatally shot by a deputy, authorities say

BELFAST, Maine (AP) — A man holding a burning gas can who charged at police was fatally shot by a…

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48-year-old David Harris was arrested by police this morning on multiple charges, including operating without a license.

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Deadly House Fire in Hiram Claims a Life

Investigators from the State Fire Marshal’s Office were called to the scene of a deadly house fire in Hiram. Crews…

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Gov. Mills vetoes moratorium on new data centers in Maine

Gov. Janet Mills has vetoed a first-in-the-nation moratorium on new data centers in Maine.

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Judge gives Maine 30 days to review signatures for transgender student referendum

A judge on Friday gave the Maine Secretary of State's Office 30 days to review signatures gathered for a referendum concerning transgender students.

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Two Arrested in Months-Long Maine Drug Enforcement Investigation

Both were taken to the Somerset County Jail.