Governor extends Maine’s State of Civil Emergency

Governor Janet Mills extended Maine’s State of Civil Emergency for 30 days.

Chelsea man accused of making false report following shooting

A man from Chelsea who called police claiming to have been shot has now been summonsed for making a false public report or alarm.

Maine CDC warns of potential hepatitis A exposure at Saco restaurant

Maine’s CDC says staff and customers at a Saco pizza joint may have been exposed to Hepatitis A.

Westbrook police investigate after shots fired from vehicle

Police in Westbrook are investigating a report of shots fired over the weekend.

Maine Marine Patrol leads search for missing kayaker

The Maine Marine Patrol is searching for a missing kayaker after an overturned boat was found at the mouth of the Piscataqua River on Sunday afternoon.

Maine SOS appeals ruling in ranked choice referendum battle

Maine’s Secretary of State is appealing a ruling in the state’s superior court that would allow a GOP-backed referendum question challenging ranked choice voting in presidential elections.

Cumberland County DA will not pursue charges against protesters

The Cumberland County District Attorney’s Office will not pursue charges against 32 protesters who took part in a Black Lives Matter demonstration in Portland in June.

Over 100 COVID-19 cases traced back to Millinocket area wedding

A wedding and reception in the Millinocket area that took place on August 7th has resulted in 123 coronavirus cases.

Governor’s administration updates COVID-19 risk advisory for Maine schools

The administration of Governor Janet Mills on Friday updated their color-coded coronavirus risk advisory system for Maine’s schools.

Committee gives green light for fall sports at Maine schools

The fall sports season at Maine’s schools got the green light in a key vote this week.