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Jay Man Found Guilty of Murder in Ex-Girlfriend’s Beating Death

A Jay man accused of beating his ex-girlfriend to death is found guilty of murder.

New Sign Greets Visitors

Kittery (WGAN) During her inaugural speech Governor Janet Mills said the signs greeting visitors should read “Welcome Home” rather than “open for business.

Early Morning Fire Closes Roads in Saco

SACO, Maine (WGAN)  Firefighters responding to an early morning fire in Saco Thursday

Portland Police Search for Suspects in Taxi Robbery

Portland police are looking for a suspect in the robbery of a taxi driver on Munjoy Hill.

Two Charged With Drug Trafficking Following Suspected Overdose Death

Police in Auburn have made two arrests in connection with a suspected drug overdose.

Youth ice fishing derby slated for central Maine park

A state park in central Maine will be the site of a youth ice fishing derby in which gear, bait and instruction are all provided.

Two Injured In Casco Crash

CASCO, Me (WGAN) Two people sent to the hospital after a head-on crash on route 302 in Casco. It happened…

Two Injured in Casco Crash

CASCO, Maine (WGAN)  The Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office says two people have been sent to the hospital after a crash in Casco

Collins Backs Both Spending Plans in Vote That Fails to End Government Shutdown

Senator Susan Collins says she remains hopeful that both sides can work together to end an ongoing partial federal government shutdown, despite two proposals to end it getting rejected in the U.S. Senate on Thursday.

Newport Woman Escapes Serious Injury After Her Vehicle Overturns on Bridge

A Newport woman suffered minor injuries after her vehicle overturned on I-95 in Waterville on Thursday.

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Graham Platner campaign manager resigns after controversial posts online resurface

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Campaign Director Genevieve McDonald resigned from her post as campaign director yesterday, saying that the views expressed by Platner weren't values she could stand behind.

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Judge sentences Maine man to 38 years for the killing of his stepson

An Oxford man was sentenced Friday to 38 years behind bars for the killing of his stepson.

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Wardens offer $3,000 reward after lynx found dead in Aroostook County

Maine Game Wardens are offering $3,000 for information about the illegal killing of a Canada lynx.

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High Trails at Baxter State Park Closed for Season

The closure includes Owl Trail, which is the northernmost section of the Appalachian Trail

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New York Man Tracked Down For Maine Murder

Maine State Police say the investigation is ongoing.