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Georgia hiker rescued after sustaining injury on Appalachian Trail in Maine.

Alpharetta resident George O’Connor was hiking on Little Bigelow Mountain in Dead River Township when he fell about 8 feet, seriously injuring himself in the process.

Partisan Gridlock Threatens Government Funding, Warns Senator Collins

Senator Susan Collins spoke of her fears of a possible government shutdown and who she believes wants it to happen

Eggs sold from Maine farm recalled after salmonella outbreak

Eggs from a Maine farm have been recalled over concerns about salmonella.

Middle school student charged after “suspicious device” reported on Gray-New Gloucester school bus

An 11-year-old boy has been charged with terrorizing after what police say was a suspicious device was found on a Gray-New Gloucester school bus.

November Maine Ballot Measure Seeks $30 Mil. for Trails

The latest Pan Atlantic Poll shows 51 percent support for the bond, which is the first of its kind in the state.

Effort Underway to Get Red Flag Law on Maine Ballot

The effort comes after a bill in the State Legislature this spring to establish a red flag law never gained traction.

Majority of Mainers support limits on PAC donations, according to polling

A new survey shows strong support in Maine for limiting contributions to political action committees.

Lewiston man sentenced for sending racist death threats

A Maine man who admitted to sending racist death threats to a Black family living in his Lewiston apartment complex, will spend two-and-a-half years in prison.

Poll Shows Support for Limiting Donations to PACs

The latest poll shows nearly 70 percent support for setting a $5,000 limit on donations to PACs that spend money to support or defeat candidates.

One person in critical condition after shooting in Bangor; suspect in custody

A Mississippi man is facing charges in connection with a shooting in Bangor Tuesday night.

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Driver Not Injured After SUV Ends Up in Acton Pond

The York County Sheriff’s Office says they were sent to the scene of a reported vehicle in Horn Pond

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Space Heater May Have Caused Large Fire in Falmouth

Fire Marshal Investigators say people who had been staying at the home told them a space heater accidentally caused a couch to catch fire.

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Bangor Man Arrested for Felony Domestic Violence

Police say they they found a man actively assaulting a woman who was calling for help.

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Utility regulators approve increase on supplier portion of Mainers’ electricity bills

Mainers will see higher electricity rates with utility regulators approving new standard offer rates for next year.

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Crash on Maine Turnpike in New Gloucester leaves 2 dead, 4 children hurt

Two adults were killed and four children were injured in a crash on the Turnpike in New Gloucester early Wednesday morning.