Stephen King-Themed Horror Event Breaks Attendance Record

PROSPECT, Maine (AP) — Organizers of a Stephen King-themed horror event at a historic fort in Maine say about 4,800 people attended, close to 2,000 more than expected.

Dogfish Population Declines Off East Coast, As Will Harvest

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — A small species of shark that is fished for food off the East Coast has declined slightly in population, and fishermen will be allowed to catch slightly less of it in the coming year.

Data firm predicting winner of Senate seat forgets Sen. King

King is expected to win re-election on Nov. 6. The company circulated the study Thursday.

Police: Baby Sitter Found Partially Nude, Children Alone

BANGOR, Maine (AP) — Police say a Maine baby sitter who was found wandering around a neighborhood nude from the waist down told an officer she drank vodka and left the kids home alone.

Senator’s Fine For Removing Beaver Traps Thrust Into Race

BANGOR, Maine (AP) — A Republican candidate for the Maine Senate dug up his Democratic opponent’s conviction for removing beaver traps as payback for a Democratic press release that named Republican candidates with criminal records.

Independent Gov Candidate Eyes Dropout Decision After Debate

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — The campaign of an independent candidate for governor of Maine said Thursday he’ll make a decision about whether to stay in the race after the next couple of debates.

Maine Leaders Speak Out Against Political Threats

Maine’s congressional delegation is forcefully denouncing pipe bombs and suspicious packages sent to prominent Democrats.

Dog In Shelter’s Care For 4 Years Gets Many Adoption Offers

PARIS, Maine (AP) — An animal shelter in Maine that recently brought attention to a dog under its care for four years has been flooded with adoption applications.

Police Clarify Warning About Absentee Ballot Canvassers

YARMOUTH, Maine (AP)   Police in Yarmouth are clarifying an earlier warning about people going door-to-door asking residents if they want to apply for an absentee ballot, saying the process is legal

Maine Says Modern Wood Heating Has More Than $20M Benefit

Maine officials say there’s an annual economic benefit of more than $20 million from modern wood heating of buildings in the state.