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LePage declared official winner in Maine congressional race decided by ranked choice
As Republicans dig out from under a midterm landslide, they can point to a single bright spot on the nationwide congressional map. That’s Maine’s 2nd congressional district, the only seat that went from blue to red without the help of redistricting.
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Falmouth bakery closed temporarily after crash causes damage
Police say a 75-year-old man who crashed into a Falmouth bakery Wednesday night has been charged with OUI.
22 hours ago
Forest Wildfire Near Maine Border Now 59% Contained
A forest closure remains in effect in the Wild River Fire area.
23 hours ago
Maine Turnpike Authority Unveils Veterans-Only Parking at Service Plazas
The Maine Turnpike Authority has added the spaces at all five service plazas.
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Searsmont EMT to return home six months after mill explosion
Searsmont EMT chief Sarah Tompkins will return home from the hospital six months after the deadly explosion at the Robbins Lumber mill.
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Police say speed, alcohol were factors in crash that killed bicyclist in Pittsfield
Police have seized a vehicle believed to be involved in a deadly hit-and-run crash in Pittsfield.
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Portland Mayor Says New Amtrak Station will be Located at Site Supported by Federal Funding
Portland Mayor Mark Dion says the city actually has no say in where the new train station will be located.
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Maine Honors Veterans With Parades, Ceremonies
PORTLAND, Maine (WGAN) — Communities across Maine are marking Veterans Day on Wednesday with parades, ceremonies and gatherings honoring those…
2 days ago
Veterans and Gold Star Families Eligible for Free Lifetime National Park Passes
PORTLAND, Maine (WGAN) — In recognition of Veterans Day, the National Park Service is reminding veterans, active-duty military members and…
2 days ago
Veterans Day 2026: Free Meals and Discounts Available to Maine Veterans
PORTLAND, Maine (WGAN) — Businesses across Maine and the country are honoring veterans and active-duty military members this Veterans Day…
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Woman Killed, Three Injured in Hermon, Maine Crash
Deputies say the woman died at the scene.
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Several Pounds of Cocaine Found After High Speed Chase on I-295, I-95 in Maine
The suspect is scheduled to be arraigned on Thursday.
2 days ago
Governor-elect Hannah Pingree announces names to help lead transition
Hannah Pingree is naming her picks to lead her transition into the governor's office.
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State cites fire departments that responded to deadly Searsmont lumber mill explosion
Six fire departments have been cited in connection with the fire and explosion at the Robbins Lumber Mill in Searsmont that left three people dead and 10 others injured in May.
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Runners, Bystanders Credited with Saving Man’s Life During Kennebunk Race
The runners and bystanders immediately started performing CPR on the man.
3 days ago
Man Arrested After Reported Knife Assault in Rumford
Officers say an argument between two men turned into a physical fight
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Police ask for info about missing 13-year-old from Dixfield
The Oxford County Sheriff's Office is asking for help locating a missing teenager from Dixfield.
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Ranked choice runoff gets underway to determine official winner in Maine 2nd District race
The ranked choice tabulation process began Monday for Maine's second congressional district.
3 days ago
Police investigate discovery of man’s body in Lewiston apartment
Police are investigating after a body was found inside of a Lewiston apartment Monday afternoon.
4 days ago
A Greene Man Charged on Suspected Drug Trafficking
After months of investigating 40-year-old Arthur Hall for potential drug trafficking, Maine DEA accuse Hall of having cocaine base and fentanyl.
