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First ever Rock Row Summerfest in Westbrook

Westbrook (WGME) — Celebrating summer with a carnival in Westbrook. “Rock Row Summerfest” is happening this weekend. Saturday is day…

BIW christening of new missile destroyer USS John Basilone

BATH(WGME)—A crowd gathered to see the christening of the U.S Navy’s newest guided missile destroyer the future USS John Basilone…

Maine high school students awarded scholarships in Maine App challenge

PORTLAND (WGME)– Dozens of high school students around Maine finding out the finalists of the Maine app challenge this morning…

Fourth suspect arrested in connection with Woodford Street Homicide case

Even though a 4th suspect has been arrested the investigation is far from over police say

Where you can observe Juneteenth in Maine this Sunday

Here is a list of some places you can celebrate Juneteenth on Sunday

Portland Pride Parade took off downtown after two year hiatus

Portland Pride is back littering downtown with rainbows and celebration of the LGBTQ community

Trace amounts of PFAS chemicals pose serious health risks, new federal advisory says

A new federal advisory appears to dig an even deeper hole for Maine’s forever chemical problem.

Portland police seek answers on human remains

A body was found at 58 Portland St. in Portland on Thursday.

Abortions in Maine increase twice the national average in last 3 years

The number of abortions performed in Maine from 2017-2020 was twice the national average, according to a report released on Wednesday. 

UMaine System gives chancellor short-term extension

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) Maine’s public university system extended the contract of its chancellor into the summer, but has yet to make a decision about his long-term future.

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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.

23 hours 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.

23 hours 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.

23 hours 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.

24 hours 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.