Maine Unemployment Claim System Going Down For A Week

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) — Mainers are going to be unable to file unemployment claims for a week because of a computer software system upgrade.

Two Arrested on Drug Charges in Cornville

CORNVILLE, Maine (WGAN)  Two people have been arrested on drug trafficking charges after a drug bust in Cornville.

Beaked Baby Boomers: Record Year for Puffin Chicks in Maine

PORTLAND, Maine (AP)   The Audubon Society says the 2017 nesting season was the most productive on record for a group of Maine puffins.

Police: Woman Dead After Getting Pinned Underneath Car

WESLEY, Maine (AP)   Officials in Maine say a woman is dead after she was pinned underneath her car after a crash.

Reports of Sexual Harassment in Maine on Decline

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   Claims of sexual harassment filed with Maine’s human rights panel have been declining for years, but experts say it’s unclear if recent high-profile allegations will encourage more victims to come forward.

US Army Sergeant from Maine Wins High Honor from Military

BELGRADE LAKES, Maine (AP)   The U.S. Army has named a 28-year-old Maine resident its Noncommissioned Officer of the Year.

Sheriff’s Deputies Looking for 4 Puppies Reported Stolen

HANCOCK, Maine (AP)   Maine sheriff’s deputies are looking for four pitbull puppies that were reported stolen from a home.

Woman Dies from Injuries Received in Home Fire

KENDUSKEAG, Maine (WGAN)  The State Fire Marshal’s Office  says a Kenduskeag woman has died from burns she received in a fire earlier this month.

Canadian Mining Company Completes Purchase of Maine Lands

A Canadian mining company has purchased thousands of acres in northern Maine, and plans to begin test drilling next month.

County Investigates Maine Sheriff Who Sent Lewd Image

An investigation into Sheriff Wayne Gallant began earlier this month