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4 days ago
Maine politicians react to U.S operation in Venezuela
In what President Trump described as "a large-scale strike against Venezuela", the military bombed multiple targets and captured Venezuela's president, Nicholas Maduro.
5 days ago
Rep. Pingree Condemns “Unauthorized” U.S. Strike in Venezuela
Maine Representative Chellie Pingree (D-1st District) has formally condemned a recent U.S. "large-scale strike" in Venezuela that resulted in the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores.
5 days ago
AG’s office rules deputies justified in fatal shooting of Hartford, ME man last March
Despite tasing him, 51-year-old Eric Newell charged at the officers with a knife, with deputies opening fire.
6 days ago
Maine tick borne disease rates in 2025 surpass previous records in 2024, 2023
In total, around 3,653 cases of Lyme disease were reported last year, breaking 2024's record by nearly 400 cases.
6 days ago
Data breach impacting owner of Maine hospital larger than previously thought
More than 280,000 Mainers are affected by a data breach targeting Covenant Health.
6 days ago
Overnight fire damages Gorham farm
A fire overnight Friday morning damaged a farm in Gorham.
7 days ago
Ashley Furniture Set to Return to South Portland in Early 2026
After nearly 20 years away, Ashley furniture is returning to the area with a brand-new store and outlet at Jetport Plaza. The massive 44,900-square-foot space is set to open in the first half of 2026, bringing about 45 new jobs to our community.
7 days ago
‘Naked and Afraid’ contestant sues Kennebec County, alleging privacy breach, stalking
The Falmouth woman, a former county employee, claims the county’s former EMA director downloaded uncensored nude images of her taken during the show and that fellow employees retaliated against her for blowing the whistle.
7 days ago
Tragic New Year’s Morning Fire in Manchester Leaves One Dead, Eight Hospitalized
New Hampshire State Fire Marshal Sean Toomey said officials have sent several others to hospitals and the fire displaced at least 10 families early Wednesday
1 week ago
Alabama man pleads not guilty to bomb threats at Bangor International Airport
24-year-old Robert Wicks allegedly sent a total of 107 messages to 2 American Airlines employees at the airport this past February, with some containing bomb threats.
1 week ago
Renys Permanently Closes Portland Location a Day Early
Renys thanked customers for their support during 15 years at the Congress Street location.
1 week ago
Maine Mariners Resume Play After Short Players’ Strike Ends
The strike was relatively short, with the Mariners postponing only three games
1 week ago
K9 Track Leads to Major Drug Bust and Two Arrests in Fort Fairfield
A reported truck burglary in Fort Fairfield led to a significant drug and weapons seizure this week
1 week ago
Four Hospitalized After Serious Rollover Crash in Buxton
A serious accident in Buxton has left four people injured, one critically, after a vehicle flipped on Haines Meadow Road Monday afternoon.
1 week ago
From Caribou to the Cosmos: Maine’s Jessica Meir Named Commander of Upcoming Space Station Mission
Maine is heading back to the stars! NASA has announced that Caribou’s own Jessica Meir will lead the next mission to the International Space Station
1 week ago
Maine’s Expanded PFAS Ban Takes Effect Jan. 1: What You Need to Know About the New Limits on ‘Forever Chemicals’
Starting January 1, Maine is taking a major step in the fight against "forever chemicals." Chemicals known as PFAS will be officially banned from a wide range of everyday consumer products.
1 week ago
Person Rescued After Falling Through Ice on Penobscot River in Bangor
The person was taken to a hospital for observation.
1 week ago
Portland Police Looking for Hit-And-Run Driver with Pedestrian
Police say an officer working nearby at a homeless center was sent to the scene in the 600 block of Riverside Street
1 week ago
Portland Mayor Praises Firefighters, Surrounding Businesses After Waterfront Fire
Numerous boats tied to the wharf sustained damage from the fire, including one that sank.
1 week ago
Fisherman’s Association Fundraising for Businesses, Fishermen Hit by Portland Fire
Multiple boats tied to the wharf sustained damage from the fire, including one that sank.
