Bills to expand voting access in Maine approved by lawmakers

Maine lawmakers have approved a slate of law changes aimed at expanding voter rights in the state.

Police ask for information about missing woman last seen in Freeport

Police in Lincoln County are asking for help finding a 55-year-old woman last seen on Wednesday afternoon.

Animal rescuers ask residents to leave young seals alone

A marine mammal rescue group in Maine is asking beachgoers to leave young seals alone after documenting numerous recent interactions between people and the animals.

Saco police charge man with burglary after hours-long search

Saco police say a man who tried to elude police was arrested and charged in connection with a burglary.

Puritan Medical, manufacturer of COVID-19 testing swabs, extends furloughs at Pittsfield plant

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) A Maine company that’s one of two major producers of COVID-19 testing swabs has extended a furlough for 180 employees.

Unemployment claims continue to trend down in Maine

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) Continued claims for unemployment are declining in Maine as the state’s economy continues to reopen.

Man fatally shot by police in northern Maine identified

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (AP) Authorities have identified a man who was fatally shot by police during a standoff in northern Maine.

Tropical Storm Elsa brings heavy downpours, threat of flash flooding to Maine

Maine was getting drenched by heavy rain from Tropical Storm Elsa Friday.

Maine supreme court rejects appeal in Bangor killing

Maine’s highest court on Thursday rejected an appeal by a Boston native convicted and sentenced to 42 years in prison for a fatal shooting in Bangor.

Standoff in Presque Isle ends with police fatally shooting man

A man accused of causing a standoff in Presque Isle was shot and killed by police on Thursday.