News

Single-family Portland home damaged by fire

Photo: clipart.com


PORTLAND, Maine (WGAN) A single-family home in Portland was seriously damaged in a fire on Thursday afternoon.

Fire officials say the blaze was reported at 322 Stevens Avenue a little after 1:30 P.M. The fire was quickly knocked down, and Stevens Avenue was shut down temporarily.

No one was home at the time of the fire, but officials say a dog that was inside died despite efforts to save it.

The front of the home was seriously damaged.

Latest Headlines

1 hour ago in Local

3 People Arrested in Penobscot County Drug Raid

Fresh

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

1 hour ago in Local

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

Fresh

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

4 hours ago in Local

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.

7 hours ago in Local

Missing South Portland man found safe

Police say Kulinski has been found safe.

1 day ago in Local

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

Governor Mills has indicated she will sign the bill.