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Portland police identify victim in fatal crash involving motorcycle

Portland police say a man was killed when a vehicle collided with his motorcycle.

Westbrook officials monitor water levels after large landslide blocks Presumpscot River

WESTBROOK, Maine (WGAN) Officials in Westbrook are monitoring water levels after a large landslide completely blocked the Presumpscot River Wednesday.

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.

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The rapper formerly known as Kanye West has been barred from entering the U.K., where he was scheduled to perform at the Wireless Festival in July. It came after government officials condemned Ye's history of antisemitic remarks. The festival's organizers confirmed the ban and said the entire three-day festival was being canceled as a result.