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Apartment Building Catches Fire in Westbrook

Firefighters saved two people from a burning apartment building in Westbrook.

Audit: Maine Likely Paid Unemployment to Unqualified People

A state audit says Maine must strengthen oversight to ensure it’s only paying unemployment claims to active job-seekers.

Death of Prisoner Reported to AG, State Police in Maine

The Maine Department of Corrections says it has reported the death of a prisoner to the Office of the Maine Attorney General and Maine State Police.

Down East Town to Celebrate Fish Migration, Fried Smelts

A tiny Maine town will soon celebrate fisheries, environmental conservation and the spring by feasting on hundreds of fried smelts.

Time to Bag a Bearded Bird in Maine as Spring Hunt Nears

In a couple of weeks it will become very unsafe to be a bearded bird in Maine.

Maine State Police Veteran Nominated to Take Over as Chief

Maine Gov. Paul LePage says he’s nominating a veteran of the Maine State Police to serve as the agency’s new chief.

Sea Dogs Win Home Opener at Hadlock Field

The Sea Dogs took down Tim Tebow and the Binghamton Rumble Ponies in the home opener Friday night.

Police Charge Suspect in Unity Robbery, Currently Searching for Him

UNITY, Maine (WGAN)  The Waldo County Sheriff’s Office says they have charged a Brooks man in connection with a robbery in Unity earlier this week

Arrest Made Following Spate of Robberies in Southern Maine

Westbrook police have made an arrest following a spate of armed robberies across southern Maine.

Prosecutors Will Remain in Trial of Child Abuse Death

A judge has rejected a request by defense attorneys to prove prosecutors handling the case of a Maine mother accused of beating her 10-year-old daughter to death with her husband’s help.

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No Injuries in Chaotic Multi-Vehicle Crash, Fire on I-295

Troopers say a vehicle crashed into the center median at about 7 am.

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3 People Arrested in Penobscot County Drug Raid

Deputies say the investigation remains active and additional charges may be forthcoming.

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Tito’s Vodka Ordered to Pay $750,000 in Taxes and Penalties in Maine

The court determined the manufacturer did not file tax returns for an audit period.