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3 Injured During Sunday River Resort Fireworks Show

Maine State Police say a 5-inch firework shell and mortar tube failed during the show

Motorcyclist Critically Injured in I-95 Fairfield Crash

Maine State Police say they were called to the scene where bystanders were attempting first aid on Kyle Trull

Person Killed After Being Hit by Train in Biddeford

CSX says one of its freight trains hit a trespasser on the tracks near Main Street at about 4:50 am.

York Beaches Have a New Mobile Alert System

The York County Emergency Management Agency has announced a new mobile alert system available for five southern Maine beaches. The…

A massive fire occurred in Winslow on the 4th of July.

An immense fire occurred in Winslow on the fourth of July.

Homicide Ruled in a Union Pond Drowning

The body of a Tenants Harbor woman found in a pond in Union this past week, has been identified as…

Westbrook PD to change social media policies after AI image backlash

The department posted an evidence picture of a drug bust this past Tuesday that had been digitally altered, originally denying the use of AI before apologizing for it.

Medicaid cuts lead to cuts and closures in rural Maine hospitals.

Two rural Maine hospitals are in danger of closing due to the Medicaid cuts in the “Big Beautiful Bill”.

Portland Rent Board Recommends Record Fine Against Landlord for Rent Control Violations

According to the Portland Press Herald, Since rent control went into effect in Portland in 2021, the city has been criticized by some residents and city councilors for not enforcing the ordinance ardently enough.

Collins Discusses Fourth of July, Congressional Priorities in WGAN Interview

U.S. Senator Susan Collins took some time out of her 4th of July to speak with Phil Harriman on the WGAN Morning News, explaining her NO vote on the “Big Beautiful Bill”

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Democratic Maine Rep. Jared Golden won’t seek reelection in competitive US House district

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Maine Democratic Rep. Jared Golden, who represents one of the most competitive U.S. House districts in the country, said Wednesday he will not seek reelection.

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Portland Passes $19.00 Minimum Wage by Wide Margin

Almost 63 percent of Portland voters cast a ballot to increase Portland's minimum wage.

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Maine Voters Pass Gun Law, Reject Voter ID by Wide Margins

A sweep by Democrats across the country in Tuesday's election has carried over into ballot measures in Maine.

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Human Remains Found in Aroostook County

State police confirmed Tuesday that a Blaine resident discovered the remains last Thursday.

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Police Break Up Argument at Maine Polling Place Over Transgender Athletes

The election warden called police after a argument broke out.