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Two arrested during drug bust at Canaan home

Two people were arrested in a Canaan home this week after police found over a pound of fentanyl and other illegal drugs while carrying out a search warrant.

Former Republican legislative candidate from Maine charged for role in US Capitol riot

A former Republican legislative candidate who traveled to Washington for former President Donald Trump’s “Stop the Steal” rally was arrested Friday and charged with federal crimes for his role in the U.S. Capitol riot, officials said.

Shark spotted off the coast of Biddeford

Beachgoers were told to get out of the water after a shark was spotted off the coast of Biddeford Thursday.

56th annual Yarmouth Clam Festival gets underway

The 56th annual Yarmouth Clam Festival got underway Friday.

Protester sues police for his arrest outside home of conservative legal activist in Maine

A demonstrator arrested outside the home of conservative legal activist Leonard Leo contends police violated his First Amendment rights.

Man accused of stealing vehicle from dealership in Westbrook

A man is accused of stealing a car from a dealership in Westbrook.

Westbrook teen faces drug, gun charges after arrest

Police have charged a Westbrook teen with trafficking crack cocaine.

Cape Elizabeth gets ready for its silver anniversary of Beach to Beacon 10k

Cape Elizabeth’s 25th anniversary of the TD Beach to Beacon 10k race is happening this year.

Former Portland city councilor, school board member enters race for mayor

Former Portland city councilor Justin Costa has announced he is running for mayor.

Maine governor expands access to abortion later in pregnancy

Democratic Gov. Janet Mills signed a bill into law Wednesday that expands access to abortions later in pregnancy in Maine, joining a half-dozen states that leave it to doctors and patients to make the decision without restrictions on timing.

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The Senate voted 60-40 to move toward passing compromise legislation to fund the government

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Mills Slams Trump Administration’s Move to Block SNAP Benefits

Mills made the statement Sunday after the Supreme Court late Friday temporarily blocked a lower court’s order for SNAP funding to be distributed.

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Wells Police Investigate Rash of Overnight Vehicle Burglaries

Police are asking Wells residents and businesses in the area to review any available video footage.

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Dixfield Sawmill Heavily Damaged by Fire

The Maine Fire Marshal's Office assisted with the investigation.

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Democratic senate candidate Graham Platner hires new manager to run campaign

Deputy Director of the Maine People’s Alliance Ben Chin has been hired to replace Platner's short-lived campaign director Kevin Brown.