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Lack of licensed drivers shuts down popular trolley line in Maine

The popular trolley service that runs between Kennebunk and the Wells-Ogunquit town line will not operate this summer season because of a lack of licensed drivers.

Teen accused of planning shooting at South Portland High School will be tried as a juvenile

A judge on Tuesday decided that a South Portland teen accused of planning a school shooting last spring will be tried in juvenile court.

Maine State Police continue to investigate disappearance of woman last seen in 2012

Police say they’re looking for leads in the disappearance of a Maine woman who was last seen over a decade ago.

Ellsworth city councilors vote to fire police chief

Ellsworth’s police chief has been removed after a unanimous city council vote on Monday night.

Sens. King, Collins sign on to bill to keep AM radio in automobiles

Maine Senators Susan Collins and Angus King are teaming up to keep AM radio in cars.

Coalition of state AGs threaten legal action over Maine bill related to abortion, gender transition

Sixteen attorneys general are threatening legal action against Maine over a bill aimed at shielding medical providers for providing abortions and gender transition surgeries for children.

Police use Yellow Flag Law to seize “numerous firearms” from Maine island

Police made use of Maine’s Yellow Flag Law when seizing firearms on an island near Rockland.

New project aims to breathe life into shuttered Jay paper mill

A new company is leasing land at the site of the former Androscoggin Paper Mill in Jay.

Phone scammers claiming to be from Police Dept. target Portland residents

PORTLAND, Maine (WGAN) The Portland Police Dept. is warning residents about a phone scam in which the caller solicits donations and asks for credit card information to process the payment.

Threat that shut down Maine State Capitol building determined to be hoax

The State Capitol Building was evacuated Friday morning after a threat was emailed to a legislative member.

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