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Dexter Police Searching for Missing Man

Officers say 35-year-old Kirt Cookson was last seen around 5 p.m. Tuesday

Man Reportedly Wielding Knife Killed by Police at Home in Hartford

The Somerset County Sheriff’s Office says they were sent to search a home on Main Street

Man Safe After Dramatic Rescue at Great Falls in Auburm

Police say they located the man out on the rocks at Great Falls

Two Arrested in Month’s Long Drug Investigation in Bangor

Police say more arrests and charges are expected.

Maine Governor and Congressional delegation condemn fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk

Maine political leaders are speaking out after conservative activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot at a college campus event in Utah on Wednesday.

Bangor police seeking person of interest seen on surveillance video

Police in Bangor are trying to identify a person of interest spotted at a Salvation Army store.

Portland Mayor Links National Debate on Crime to Local Issues

Mayor Dion say Portland has its own problems that influence the mood of the public.

Search On for Missing Penobscot County 15-Year-Old

Anyone with information about the teen is asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office

Former Maine Probation Officer Pleads Guilty to Child Pornography

The Maine State Police Computer Crimes Unit began investigating a tip in June 2024.

Windham Man Dies While Refueling Boat

Wardens say the incident remains under investigation and more information will be released when it becomes available.

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