Man Charged With Sending Fake Emails From Local Officials

A Maine man faces federal charges of sending false, threatening emails that appeared to be from local police and education officials.

Veterinary Technology Firm Receives Approval for Expansion

A city planning board has approved an expansion for a veterinary technology firm that will allow the group to hire 600 more employees.

Struggling Maine Town Votes to Keep Own Fire Department

A Maine town struggling with a shortage of firefighters has voted to keep its own fire department, despite a proposal to pay another community to share them.

Two Arrested on Drug Charges in Bangor

Bangor police say two people are under arrest on drug charges after a traffic stop Tuesday morning.

Judge: Ranked-Choice Voting Ready for Maine’s June Elections

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   A Maine judge is ordering the state to implement ranked-choice voting for June primary elections

Large Amount of Heroin Seized in Augusta, Four Arrested

AUGUSTA, Maine (WGAN)  The Maine Drug Enforcement Agency says four people have been arrested after a hotel was raided in the city

Bills Address Mental Health, ‘High-Risk’ Individuals

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   Maine courts could keep “high-risk” individuals from possessing firearms under legislation that lawmakers are considering

The Latest: Gov Refuses to Seek Medicaid Funding by Deadline

Republican Gov. Paul LePage blames lawmakers for his refusal to meet a deadline to ask for $500 million in annual federal funding for voter-approved Medicaid expansion

Motorist Thought Burning Rubber Was Protected Free Speech

OAKLAND, Maine (AP) _ A Maine police officer says a motorist duped by a satirical website told him that burning rubber is protected free speech.

Stephen King’s Foundation Awards Grant To Portland Schools

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) _ Stephen King’s foundation has awarded a $50,000 grant to Portland elementary schools.