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Maine jail inmate found dead as result of “life-threatening situation”

Corrections officials say an inmate at the Penobscot County Jail in Bangor died on Sunday.

Lewiston shooting suspect arrested by police

A Lewiston shooting suspect who was considered potentially armed and dangerous by police has been taken into custody.

State makes more free COVID-19 tests available to Mainers

Mainers can now order free COVID-19 tests once a month.

Maine opts out of $440M multistate settlement with Juul

Maine has opted out of a $440 million multistate settlement with electronic cigarette maker Juul Labs in objection to certain conditions.

1 dead and multiple injured after a series of Turnpike crashes

One person is dead and several others hurt after a series of crashes on the northern end of the Maine Turnpike Saturday

Arrest made in shootings in Portland’s Old Port

An arrest has been made in the Sept 12 shootings in the Old Port

Police say they’ve received credible tips amid the search for missing Freeport teen

The search for a missing Freeport teenager is entering the 2nd half of the weekend. There were some credible tips received

Two rural Maine dental practices to close amid workforce shortage

Workforce shortages have led to the closures of two dental offices in Maine.

Investigation finds non-fatal police shooting in Portland was justified

The Maine Attorney General’s Office has concluded that a police shooting in Portland last year was justified.

Man wanted for murder in Massachusetts arrested by Bangor police

Bangor police arrested a suspect in an attempted murder in Massachusetts.

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Portland Jetport Bracing for Cancellations with Air Traffic Reduction Order

The Jetport is encouraging passengers to check their flight status before heading to the airport.

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Police Looking for 17-Year-Old Missing Since Sunday

Officers say Mary Hembree was supposed to be spending the night with friends in Brewer.

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2nd graders reported missing in Topsham found safe

The Sagadahoc County Emergency Management Agency has confirmed that both girls have been found safe.

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Police say repo agent shot at while trying to retrieve vehicle of Cape Elizabeth man

A Cape Elizabeth man is accused of shooting at a repossession agent who came to collect his car on Wednesday.

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Missing Mildbridge woman being sought by police

Police in Washington County are asking for help locating a woman who was last heard from on Wednesday.