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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.

Nonprofit sets sights on purchasing Maine’s largest media and news network

Maine Journalism Foundation, a new nonprofit organization, is looking for donations to purchase Masthead Maine, the state’s largest network of independent news and media outlets.

Lawmakers consider limits on marijuana growers to stabilize market

Maine lawmakers are considering several bills that would limit the growth of recreational cannabis to stabilize the oversupplied market. 

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Motorcyclist Dead in I-95 Crash in Kennebec County

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Anyone with information related to the crash is asked to contact Maine State Police

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Stabbing incident in downtown Portland leads to hospitalization, arrest

Police have arrested 44-year-old Stephanie Vierkant, who's currently unhoused, on charges of domestic violence aggravated assault.

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Otisfield man charged with making bomb threat toward elementary school

A man from Otisfield is accused of making a bomb threat directed at a local elementary school.

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Central Maine Power’s rate change request met with criticism from public advocate

Central Maine Power is again requesting a rate change after its previous request was turned down by regulators.

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Waldoboro Police Looking for Missing Man

Officers first announced the man was missing last Friday.