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Real estate lenders accused of defrauding Maine homeowners

An ongoing lawsuit accuses 21 of Maine’s largest banks and private real estate lenders of defrauding homeowners for millions.

UMaine students to return to campus in the fall

Officials with the University of Maine System say students and staff will be returning to campus in the fall.

Two Bangor men charged in credit union robbery

Bangor police have made two arrests in connection with a robbery at a local credit union.

UMaine System offers fall coronavirus testing

The University of Maine system will be offering coronavirus testing to all seven of its universities as students and faculty return this upcoming fall semester. 

Body found in Penobscot River identified as missing man, police say

Police say the body recovered from the Penobscot River is that of a Veazie man who was reported missing in January.

Portland schools set to vote on resource officers

Portland’s school board is expected to vote Tuesday on whether or not to keep school resourse officers. 

Fire Safety top priority amidst skyrocketing firework sales and dry season

As countless firework shows are cancelled state and nationwide, many people are going to their local firework supply to light up their own skies this July 4th. However, with an already record-breaking season for bush fires in Maine, fire safety is more important than ever. 

Two Brunswick Children injured in ATV accident

A 12 year old girl and 9 year old boy were seriously hurt after they crashed into one another’s ATVs Sunday. 

Proposal would make parks free for more Disabled Veterans

The U.S. Senate has passed a bill introduced by a pair of New England senators that would make disabled veterans able to attend national parks for free.

Security breach impacts Maine State Police Database

A data breach has impacted Maine State Police’s information sharing database for federal, state and local law enforcement officials.

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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.

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Two Arrested in Gardiner for Drug Dealing, Gun Charges

Officers say they saw what looked like illegal drugs at the residence.

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New Hampshire Man Dead in I-95 Crash in Newport

Maine State Police say they were on their way to assist a stopped car in the travel lane of I-95.

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Casco Bay Lines considers another fare hike for passengers

Riding the ferry in Casco Bay could get more expensive as the ferry line considers a 21 percent increase for passenger fares.

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Sen. Collins’ office says remark about not seeking another term after November was an “off-hand comment”

Sen. Susan Collins is walking back her comment that she would only serve one more term if elected in November.