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1 death, 33 new cases of coronavirus in Maine

The Maine CDC reported Saturday another death, and 33 more cases of coronavirus in Maine. The latest victim a man…

Portland sleep out protesters release list of demands for city

Friday night, protesters at the sleep out at Portland City Hall released a list of demands for the city to get the protest to end.

Water officials say 4 million gallons of wastewater spilled into Casco Bay due to plant malfunction

Portland Water District officials say nearly 4 million gallons of wastewater spilled into Casco Bay due to a malfunction caused by a power outage last Sunday.

Both drivers killed in collision in Augusta

Two women were killed after a collision in Augusta on Wednesday.

Police search for missing Westbrook man

Westbrook police are searching for an elderly man who they say has been missing for several days.

Maine labor officials report another 3,800 first-time unemployment claims

AUGUSTA, Maine (WGAN) Another 3,800 first-time unemployment claims were filed in Maine last week, about 2,200 of them were for traditional state unemployment benefits, and another 1,600 for Federal Pandemic Unemployment Assistance.

“Women for Trump” bus tour makes stop in Old Orchard Beach

The “Women For Trump” bus tour was scheduled to make a stop in Old Orchard Beach Wednesday night. It came…

Bangor police charge two people with drug trafficking

Two people are facing drug trafficking charges after a traffic stop in Bangor on Monday night.

Toxic algae likely caused by dog poop, experts say

Hinckley Pond and Old Ice Pond have been been closed to the public until the fall due to recent algal blooms that can kill dogs and make humans sick.

Coronavirus outbreak reported at Presque Isle Walmart

The Maine CDC said Tuesday it is monitoring a new outbreak at the Walmart in Presque Isle where three employees tested positive.

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3 People Arrested in Penobscot County Drug Raid

Deputies say the investigation remains active and additional charges may be forthcoming.

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Tito’s Vodka Ordered to Pay $750,000 in Taxes and Penalties in Maine

The court determined the manufacturer did not file tax returns for an audit period.

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Maine supplemental budget clears committee, heads to full legislature

Maine’s supplemental budget is advancing, and it includes a tax increase on millionaires and $300 relief payments to more than half a million lower income Mainers.

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Missing South Portland man found safe

Police say Kulinski has been found safe.

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Maine Lawmakers Pass Bill to Let Jails Turn Away Some ICE Detainees

Governor Mills has indicated she will sign the bill.