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Flash flood watch issued after landslide blocks Presumpscot River in Westbrook
Westbrook officials are assessing the potential dangers of a landslide that was discovered Wednesday morning.
Dry summer brings blessed relief from biting insects
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) – Many folks have been spending more time outdoors during the pandemic, and fortunately there were fewer…
Another death, 42 new cases of coronavirus Saturday
A new death, and 42 additional cases of coronavirus reported Saturday by the Maine CDC. The latest death from a…
Sanford ordinance requires use of masks in public places
SANFORD, Maine (WGAN) People in Sanford must now wear face coverings in public places where social distancing isn’t possible.
Silver Alert issued for Washington County man
A Silver Alert has been issued for a missing man in Washington County.
Football and indoor volleyball are a no-go for Maine’s fall school sports season
A plan released by the Maine Principal’s Association calls for the delay of tackle football and indoor volleyball at Maine schools until late winter or early spring.
UMaine system begins phase 3 of coronavirus testing
The University of Maine system will enter phase 3 of it’s random asymptomatic coronavirus screening strategy.
Machiasport teen on motorized bicycle killed in head-on collision
MACHIASPORT, Maine (WGAN) Maine State Police say a 15-year-old from Machiasport was killed when his motorized bicycle collided with a car.
Continued jobless claims down slightly last week, Maine Labor Dept. says
PORTLAND, Maine (WGAN) The Maine Dept. of Labor says roughly 66,000 Mainers filed for continued state and federal jobless claims last week.
Proposal to address Maine state budget shortfall would utilize federal funding, liquor sales
A proposal has been submitted to Governor Janet Mills to balance the state’s budget and address a projected $528 million budget shortfall caused by the pandemic.