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Vandals threaten endangered species of birds in Old Orchard Beach and Saco

Two nests of piping plover, an endangered species, were vandalized over the Fourth of July in Old Orchard Beach and Saco.

National Weather Service confirms tornado touchdown in Maine

The National Weather Service says a tornado touched down in Maine on Saturday afternoon, caused tree damage and ripped a tin roof off a building.

Bangor police arrest transient charged with robbery

Bangor Police arrested a man accused of robbery on Thursday night.

President Trump’s New Hampshire rally postponed due to tropical storm

President Donald Trump’s rally in New Hampshire has been postponed.

Victim in deadly crash identified as South Portland teen

Scarborough police have identified the driver who was killed in a crash on Highland Ave. Thursday morning.

Lewiston man arrested after police pursuit

Police say a Lewiston man who led officers on a chase is is facing several charges.

Inmate at York County Jail tests positive for COVID-19

An inmate at York County Jail has tested positive for coronavirus.

Governor’s administration releases new COVID-19 prevention checklists for businesses

The administration of Governor Janet Mills released new Covid-19 prevention checklists for casinos and short-term rentals in the state.

Two Maine paper mills announce layoffs

The Sappi paper mill in Westbrook will be shutting off one of it’s paper machines and laying off 75 workers.

Game wardens rescue two hikers stranded on Black Mountain

Game wardens rescued two hikers who needed medical attention on Black Mountain just before thunderstorms rolled through the area on Tuesday.

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Three Shooting Suspects From New Hampshire Thought to be in Maine

Officers say several callers reported gunshots around 1:21 a.m. Saturday.

11 hours ago in Local

Maine State Police Seek Help With 50-Year-Old Arson Death

Police say they found a burned-out green 1971 Chrysler station wagon with Massachusetts registration.

1 day ago in Local

A House Fire in a South Portland Leaves Occupant Homeless

Fire Crews responded to the house fire on Cole Street, Friday night. The Red Cross is currently helping with providing temporary lodging for the displaced occupant.

1 day ago in Local

A Fatal Fire in Readfield, Claims a Life of a Woman

75-year-old Carolyn Wentworth was found dead hours after the fire was extinguished. Her husband, 74-year-old Jerrold Wentworth, was resecured by neighbors and is currently in serious condition at the Maine General Medical Center in Augusta.

3 days ago in Local

Driver cited after rear-ending MTA maintenance vehicle in Cumberland

A maintenance worker with the Maine Turnpike Authority suffered minor injuries when their truck was rear-ended in Cumberland Friday morning.