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Police investigate after Knox man trapped beneath vehicle in driveway dies
Police in Waldo County say a man died after getting trapped underneath a vehicle in his driveway.
Belfast Summer concerts stay afloat with nautical solution
For over 25 years, Belfast has had the pleasure of hosting musicians in its streets on a weekly basis as part of the ‘Belfast Summer Nights’. However, the pandemic and social distancing put a halt on this heartwarming tradition. That is, until its founders devised a creative solution: boats!
Police encounter alligator during Skowhegan drug bust
A Skowhegan search warrant led to the arrest of three people and the confiscation of roughly $12,000 worth of heroin, cocaine, Fentanyl, and other drug related paraphernalia, as well as a two-foot long live alligator.
Pandemic might be contributing to overdose spike, experts say
Portland overdose prevention workers have speculated that the recent spike in overdoses in the region may be caused by the pandemic. More specifically due to the isolation many have faced at their most vulnerable time.
Maine expands coronavirus testing with new “swab-and-send” sites
Governor Janet Mills announced on Tuesday an expansion of coronavirus testing sites throughout Maine.
Teen prevents drowning
14-year-old Lucas Drinkwater led a team effort that prevented a would-be drowning at Gooch’s Beach this weekend.
Portland police report spike in opioid overdoses
Portland police say they’ve been responding to a spike in drug overdoses in the city.
Police search for vehicle involved in crash that downed utility pole in Gorham
Police in Gorham are looking for the driver of a vehicle who left the scene after striking a utility pole.
Police charge man connected to parking garage shooting
Police have charged a man in connection with a shooting at the Portland Police Department garage earlier this month.
Police seek to identify, locate man who robbed York gas station
Police in York say an armed man robbed the Mr. Mikes Mobil gas station on Route 1 early Sunday morning.