Station: WYNZ-HD2

Police identify man linked to incident at Westbrook bus stop

Police in Westbrook say they’ve identified a man who allegedly accosted a young girl and her guardian at a bus stop.

Sea Dogs founding president, general manager dies after lengthy illness

The Portland Sea Dogs have announce the death of the team’s founding president and general manager.

Maine combats catalytic converter thefts with new law

A state law aimed at preventing the theft of catalytic converters goes into effect next month.

Portland prepares to host National Governor’s Association semi-annual meeting

Governor’s from across the nation will meet in Portland on Wednesday for the semi-annual meeting of the National Governor’s Association.

Portland Water District reminds residents not to paint fire hydrants

Officials in Portland are warning residents not to paint fire hydrants in the city.

Rep. Chellie Pingree tests positive for COVID-19

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) Maine’s congresswoman has tested positive for COVID-19, becoming the final member of the state’s congressional delegation to contract the virus.

Plantiffs in lawsuit against vaccine mandate must reveal identities, says judge

The workers have so far remained anonymous, but on Thursday, a federal appeals court in Boston rejected a motion by the workers and gave them until Friday to file an amended complaint with their names, the Portland Press-Herald reported.

Rep. Golden hopes to secure funding for Auburn Airport expansion

In addition to the possibility of passenger rail service there may soon be passenger air service in Auburn

State seeks public input on study to bring passenger rail to Lewiston-Auburn

Soon you may be able to hop a train to Lewiston/Auburn

Man taken to hospital with gunshot wound after Waterville shooting

A man was taken to the hospital in shooting in Waterville

Latest Headlines

1 day ago in Local

Trump Shuts Down Offshore Wind in New England; Nova Scotia Eyes Opportunity

The administration’s freeze on U.S. ocean wind projects could set clean energy back a decade. Nova Scotia’s massive Wind West project hopes to fill the gap and even sell power to the U.S.

1 day ago in Local

Federal Policy Could Push Hundreds of Mainers Out of Long-Term Housing

HUD plans to cut funding for permanent supportive housing and shift to transitional programs, leaving vulnerable Mainers at risk of homelessness. Advocates warn shelters could be overwhelmed.

1 day ago in Local

Maine Announces $550K in Grants to Boost Coastal Resilience

The state just announced $550,000 in grants to help communities prepare for future storms and flooding. Towns and regional groups can apply for funding to strengthen infrastructure and plan for climate risks. Applications are due Jan. 5.

1 day ago in Local

Portland Unveils Maine’s First Electric Boat Charger

Portland just unveiled the state’s first electric boat charger at Wright’s Wharf. The move is part of a push to cut emissions and noise in the marine industry.

1 day ago in Local

Overdose Deaths Continue to Decline in Maine for Third Year

Overdose deaths have dropped for the third year in a row! Fatal overdoses are down 23% compared to last year, and officials credit naloxone distribution and expanded treatment options. If the trend continues, Maine could see the fewest overdose deaths in six years.