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4 weeks ago in Entertainment

Ariana Grande and Cher team up for ‘SNL’ in December. Josh O’Connor gets a hosting turn, too

The December lineup for "Saturday Night Live" now includes Ariana Grande as host on Dec. 20, with Cher returning as musical guest for the first time in nearly 40 years.

4 weeks ago in Local

Maine State Rep. Libby Won’t Seek Reelection, Launching Conservative Groups

Libby says the organizations will include a nonprofit and a state Political Action Committee

4 weeks ago in Sports

Georgia up to No. 4 in AP poll, Sooners back in top 10 and Mean Green ranked for 1st time since 1959

Georgia moved up one spot to No. 4 in The Associated Press poll Sunday, Oklahoma returned to the top 10 and North Texas, ranked for the first time since 1959, is among three Group of Five teams in the Top 25.

4 weeks ago in Local

Search On For Missing Person on Peaks Island

Portland Police say Wiley Davi was last seen Saturday evening.

4 weeks ago in Sports

Suspect sought in shooting that critically injured New York Jets player Kris Boyd

New York police have released surveillance images of a man sought in the shooting of New York Jets cornerback and special teams standout Kris Boyd.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment

‘Now You See Me 3’ races past ‘The Running Man’ at box office

It's no magic trick: The third installment in the thieving magician "Now You See Me" series beat the high-profile action pic "The Running Man" at the North American box office this weekend.

4 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Olympic gold-medalist Rowdy Gaines has tips for older swimmers, or if you’re returning to the pool

"Of course I'm biased, but I will stack swimming against any other exercise out there, especially as we age," former Olympian Rowdy Gaines told The Associated Press. "And swimming is one of the few sports you can do forever."

4 weeks ago in Entertainment

New statue of Bridget Jones joins other film icons in London’s Leicester Square

Bridget Jones has joined Harry Potter, Mary Poppins and Paddington as permanent residents of London's famed Leicester Square.

4 weeks ago in National

In reversal, Trump says House Republicans should vote to release Epstein files

President Donald Trump said House Republicans should vote to release the files in the Jeffrey Epstein case, a startling reversal after previously fighting the proposal as a growing number of those in his own party supported it.

4 weeks ago in Sports

Jalen Hurts’ lone touchdown leads Eagles to 16-9 victory over Lions in lackluster offensive game

The Eagles are positioned again to make a strong run at another Super Bowl — not solely on the arm of Jalen Hurts, the legs of Saquon Barkley and other marquee offensive players all NFL fans know — but on a defense that has churned out a string of masterpieces that fired them to the top of the NFC.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment

Tom Cruise finally gets his Oscar moment with a lifetime achievement trophy at the Governors Awards

Tom Cruise, at 63 still the biggest movie star in a room full of them, finally got to hold his own Oscar on a Hollywood stage on Sunday night.

4 weeks ago in Local

15 Summonsed, One Arrested in Hancock County Underage Drinking Bust

Hancock County deputies say Maine State Police assisted them in the investigation.

4 weeks ago in Local

Kennebunk Firefighters Save Car From Falling Into River

The vehicle came to rest in a position where it was ready to roll over and down a 15-foot drop.

4 weeks ago in Local

Maine AG’s office rules fatal officer-involved shooting in February justified

The Maine Attorney General's Office has never ruled that officers were unjustified in using force in police-involved shootings. 

4 weeks ago in Local

Trump Shuts Down Offshore Wind in New England; Nova Scotia Eyes Opportunity

The administration’s freeze on U.S. ocean wind projects could set clean energy back a decade. Nova Scotia’s massive Wind West project hopes to fill the gap and even sell power to the U.S.

4 weeks ago in Local

Federal Policy Could Push Hundreds of Mainers Out of Long-Term Housing

HUD plans to cut funding for permanent supportive housing and shift to transitional programs, leaving vulnerable Mainers at risk of homelessness. Advocates warn shelters could be overwhelmed.

4 weeks ago in Local

Maine Announces $550K in Grants to Boost Coastal Resilience

The state just announced $550,000 in grants to help communities prepare for future storms and flooding. Towns and regional groups can apply for funding to strengthen infrastructure and plan for climate risks. Applications are due Jan. 5.

4 weeks ago in Local

Portland Unveils Maine’s First Electric Boat Charger

Portland just unveiled the state’s first electric boat charger at Wright’s Wharf. The move is part of a push to cut emissions and noise in the marine industry.

4 weeks ago in Local

Overdose Deaths Continue to Decline in Maine for Third Year

Overdose deaths have dropped for the third year in a row! Fatal overdoses are down 23% compared to last year, and officials credit naloxone distribution and expanded treatment options. If the trend continues, Maine could see the fewest overdose deaths in six years.

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4 weeks ago in Local

Arrest made in shooting that left 1 dead, 1 injured in Penobscot County

A Connecticut man is charged with murder for a shooting in Corinth that left one man dead and another injured.

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4 hours ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Experts share their top tips to save money this holiday season

From gifts to travel plans to grocery shopping, costs can pile up and become overwhelming, especially in a difficult economic environment. Holiday shopping can bring joy, but it's important to stick to a budget and avoid going into debt, said shopping expert Trae Bodge.

10 hours ago in Local

New England’s Shrimp Fishery to Shut Down for 3 More Years

New England fishermen, especially those from Maine, used to catch millions of pounds of small pink shrimp in the winter.

17 hours ago in Local

Maine CDC Looking for Person Who Moved Rabies Infected Raccoon in Wells

The CDC says rabies is almost always fatal once symptoms develop.

18 hours ago in Local

One Injured in Early Morning Portland Fire

Firefighters say they arrived at an all-hands assignment at 115 Lancaster Street just before 5 a.m.

19 hours ago in Local

Sens. Collins, King react after failure to move forward on health care subsidies

Maine's two U.S. Senators are weighing in after votes to extend health care subsidies under the Affordable Care Act failed in the Senate on Thursday.