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Maine man accused of shooting at vehicle involved in police pursuit

A Maine man faces charges after police say he shot at a vehicle that was being chased by officers in Acton.

Woman who lost husband and son in Lewiston shooting uses probate process to obtain gunman’s records

A woman who lost her husband and son in Maine’s deadliest shooting is seeking the gunman’s health and military records through the probate process.

Portland Ranked Among Top Small Cities in America

The study from WalletHub compared more than 1,300 cities based their safety, affordability and quality of life.

Portland Considers Zoning Changes to Increase City Density

The Press Herald reports the possible zoning changes are aimed at promoting a denser city.

Dockworkers at ports from Maine to Texas go on strike

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Dockworkers at ports from Maine to Texas began walking picket lines early Tuesday in a strike over…

Building damaged by car fire in Lewiston

There’s damage to a building in Lewiston after a car fire early Sunday morning.

Maine Police Academy to Decide on Expanding Officer Discipline

The new standards would let the academy decertify or discipline officers for actions including harassment

Man Accused of Murder in Bangor Back in Maine from Mass.

Richard Thorpe faces murder charges in the death of his ex-girlfriends, 39-year-old Virginia Cookson.

Body recovered after fire in Mexico

A fatal fire in the town of Mexico is under investigation.

Multiple injuries following rollover crash in Freeport

A rollover crash in Freeport Friday morning sent four people to the hospital.

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Wildfires across Georgia and Florida have destroyed nearly 50 homes and are forcing evacuations

Wildfires burning across the southeastern U.S. forced more people to flee Wednesday after destroying nearly 50 homes in Georgia and causing some schools closings as drought and winds fueled flames.

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Lewiston apartment building hit by gunfire in overnight shooting

Three men accused of firing shots that struck an apartment building in Lewiston overnight Wednesday morning are facing charges.

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Maine Secretary of State pushes back on lawsuit challenging transgender referendum

Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows says a transgender athlete referendum should appear on the ballot despite a lawsuit claiming many signatures in support of it were invalidated.

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Lewiston Firefighters Credit Quick Response in Saving Home

No injuries were reported.

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Two Teens Arrested in Crime Spree Across Numerous Maine Towns

The investigation remains active, and additional charges may be filed.