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2 weeks ago

Two years after historic storms, effects still being felt across Maine

The storms on January 10th and January 13th, 2024, hit during one of the biggest tides of the year, bringing in a 14-foot storm surge and setting records in Portland.

2 weeks ago

Old Orchard Police Department Made 113 OUI Aressts in 2025

They implore the public to make sure they plan ahead when drinking, such as calling a friend or an uber.

3 weeks ago

Falmouth Firefighters Contain Significant Water Leak at Nursing Facility

Falmouth Fire-EMS responded to a significant water leak at a local nursing facility. Thanks to the quick work of facility staff, 31 residents were safely moved to other areas of the building while crews contained the damage.

3 weeks ago

Senator Susan Collins Applauds Maduro Arrest, Urges Congressional Oversight on Further U.S. Military Action

Senator Susan Collins shares her perspective on the arrest of Venezuelan leader Nicholas Maduro, U.S. foreign policy, and the importance of congressional oversight for future military actions.

3 weeks ago

Crash involving tanker truck in Hebron sends 3 to the hospital

A three-vehicle crash that sent multiple people to the hospital in Hebron Friday afternoon is under investigation.

3 weeks ago

Wisconsin woman strikes police cruiser on I-95 in Wells

Only minor injuries were reported after a Maine State Police cruiser was struck on the turnpike in Wells.

3 weeks ago

A Major Fire Damages the Shop at The Maine Wildlife Park in Gray

The over 30 species of Maine wildlife that cannot be returned to their natural habitats were not hurt nor people.

3 weeks ago

Hundreds Gather in Portland to Protest ICE Shooting in Minneapolis

The rally was put on by multiple organizations, including Maine Democratic Socialists of America and Project Relief.

3 weeks ago

NTSB Report Shows Standish Student Killed After Being Trapped in School Bus Door

Simon Gonzalez was a student at Edna Libby Elementary School in Standish when he was killed last month.

3 weeks ago

Portland Police Still Trying to Solve 16 Year Old Homicide Case

Richardson was shot in the hand and thigh and was expected to survive.

3 weeks ago

Sen. Collins, GOP colleagues face backlash from Trump after supporting war powers resolution

President Trump blasting Maine Sen. Susan Collins for voting in favor of a war powers resolution aimed at limiting further military action against Venezuela.

3 weeks ago

Investigators looking to identify person of interest after fire burns vacant home in Mexico

A fire at a condemned building in the town of Mexico is now considered suspicious.

3 weeks ago

Flu cases surge in Maine

The state had low activity back in mid-December.

3 weeks ago

Latest Republican Maine Governor Candidate Would Focus on State Budget

Mason served as Maine Senate Majority Leader during the administration of Governor Paul LePage

3 weeks ago

Gov. Mills Vetoes Change to Auto Repair Bill, Yet to Decide on Tribe Online Gaming

Seven of the 61 leftover bills were recalled by lawmakers

3 weeks ago

Pilot Program Helps Midcoast Homeowners Finance Secondary Housing Unit

The program is funded by a state grant and is intended to help address housing needs in the Midcoast region.

3 weeks ago

Legislative session kicks off in Augusta with focus on taxes, affordability

The first day of the legislative session in Augusta on Wednesday included debate over taxes and affordability.

3 weeks ago

New Lewiston city councilor pleads not guilty to 2 theft charges

A newly sworn-in Lewiston city councilor pleaded not guilty to two criminal charges in court Wednesday morning.

3 weeks ago

Serious Crash in Windham Closes Road for Several Hours

Gray road was closed for several hours Tuesday night after the crash.

3 weeks ago

Eastern Maine Medical Center Requiring Staff to Wear Masks with Flu Surge

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor is requiring all clinical staff to wear masks during patient care starting Wednesday.…

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16 minutes ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Eating snow cones or snow cream can be a winter delight, if done safely

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As the recent winter storm recedes, residents of lesser-affected areas might be tempted to whip up bowls of "snow cream" — snow combined with milk, sugar and vanilla — after seeing techniques demonstrated on TikTok. Others might want to try "sugar on snow," a taffy-like confection made by pouring hot maple syrup onto a plate of snow.

2 hours ago in Local, National

Maine plane crash victims include event planner and corporate pilot

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — As snow from a massive storm began to fall in Bangor, Maine, on Sunday night, six people who…

15 hours ago in Local

Sen. Collins calls for pause to ICE operations in Maine and Minnesota

Maine Sen. Susan Collins says she's asked for the recent immigration enforcement operation in Maine to be paused.

15 hours ago in Local

Jury indicts 2 in connection with Bangor-area sex trafficking

Bangor Police and the FBI are asking for information as two men are indicted on child exploitation and sex trafficking charges

24 hours ago in Trending, World

World pauses to commemorate International Holocaust Remembrance Day

Holocaust survivors, politicians and regular people commemorated International Holocaust Remembrance Day on Tuesday, gathering at events held across Europe to reflect on Nazi Germany's murder of millions of people and its attempt to annihilate European Jewry.