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Former truck driver appeals conviction in deadly Maine collision

A former Tennessee truck driver who crashed and killed two Mainers while intoxicated in 2016 is appealing his conviction.

Lobster fishers sue to block monitoring laws designed to help save a rare whale

A group of lobster fishermen has sued fishing regulators in federal court, claiming that new electronic monitoring requirements designed to protect rare whales are unconstitutional.

911 transcripts reveal chaotic scene as gunman killed 18 people in Maine

Emergency calls pouring into dispatch centers as a gunman opened fire with an assault rifle reflected the chaos of the unfolding situation as shots rang out first at a bowling alley, then minutes later at a bar.

Family of five loses home in Greenbush fire

A Greenbush family is looking for a new place to live after fire destroyed their mobile home early Sunday morning.

Waterville murder suspect released from Missouri hospital

A man accused of killing a co-worker in Waterville is out of the hospital.

Portland announces Yellow Zone parking ban as crews clear snow following major winter storm

Crews in Portland were working on snow removal Monday following a significant winter storm that dropped more than a foot of snow on Maine’s largest city.

Nor’easter to bring heavy snow to Maine

Nor’easter to bring heavy snow, strong winds to Maine

New program aims to keep Maine potatoes afloat as climate change threatens crop yields.

The objective of the program is to create new strains of potato plants that can withstand problems such as bugs, diseases, and new weather patterns as Maine is forecasted to get warmer and hotter in the coming years.

Maine man injured in crash is shocked by downed power line

A pickup truck passenger survived an initial crash that knocked down a utility pole only to be shocked by the downed electrical line and to die from his injuries, officials said Friday.

“No Labels Party” qualifies for ballot access in Maine

A new political party in Maine has enough enrolled voters to get ballot access in this year’s election.

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Bangor Swears in New City Councilor Who Went to Prison for Manslaughter

The election of Angela Walker sparked outrage on conservative social media and concern from some Maine Republicans.

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Platner Calls for Replacement of Democratic Leader After Senate Shutdown Vote

Schumer and most Democrats voted against the early Republican proposal to move toward ending the shutdown

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Jury Deliberating in Knox County Manslaughter Case

Closing arguments took place on Monday, followed by jury deliberation.

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Layoffs anticipated as part of partnership between Knox County and Two Bridges Jail

Knox County Jail will lay off some staff and no longer house long-term prisoners as the county deals with financial issues.

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Police seek 2 men wanted in ATM jackpotting scheme in Maine

Police in Lincoln County are searching for two suspects wanted for taking money from ATMs back in February.