Sheriff denies that officers responding to Maine mass shooting had been drinking

A sheriff is rebutting an allegation that some of his officers arrived at a mass shooting scene reeking of alcohol, saying in a statement that all officers were on duty or had just attended training before Lewiston police requested their assistance.

Lawsuit alleges racial harassment at a Maine company that makes COVID-19 swabs

BANGOR, Maine (AP) — A Maine-based company that makes COVID-19 test swabs is being sued for allegedly condoning or refusing…

Trump’s criminal trial to enter deliberations phase after jury receives instructions

The jury in Donald Trump’s criminal hush money trial has reached a verdict.

Disaster declaration issued for April snowstorm that caused millions in damage in Maine

A powerful late-season snowstorm that caused millions of dollars in damage in Maine was a major disaster, the federal government has declared.

Environmental study allows Gulf of Maine offshore wind research lease to advance

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management completed an environmental review that will allow a Gulf of Maine offshore wind research lease to move forward with further work including a power-purchase agreement, officials said Tuesday.

Beach weather is here and so are sharks. Scientists say it’s time to look out for great whites.

It’s wise for beachgoers to be aware of the presence of sharks in shallow waters and avoid areas where seals are present, or schools of fish are visible.

Bangor WWII pilot receives memorial 80 years after death

Lt. Austin “Ozzie” Rodney Keith received a memorial plaque earlier this month with the help of local historian and author David Bergquist.

Heavy Memorial Day Traffic Southbound on the Turnpike began early Monday

Cool rainy weather is sending the tourists home early this Memorial Day Weekend

3 Hospitalized in a Serious Crash on County Road in Scarborough

Motorists are advised to avoid County Road in Scarborough as of Memorial Day morning after a crash that injured 3 people

Cyclists Finish 1,500-Mile Trek from Minnesota to Maine for Charity

They are raising money for World Bicycle Relief, a nonprofit that partners with rural and low-income communities to help connect people with bikes.