Maine’s Largest City Approves Ban of Synthetic Pesticides

Maine’s largest city has approved an ordinance that bans the use of synthetic pesticides on most public and private property.

National Park Service Decreases Number of Free Days for 2018

Acadia National Park is among 118 national parks nationwide that will offer fewer free entrance days amid budget challenges.

Youth Theater Founder Sentenced To 10 Years For Sex Abuse

WEST BATH, Maine (AP) — The founder of a youth theater group in Maine has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for sexually abusing eight children.

Citywide Parking Ban Declared

A Citywide Parking Ban has been declared beginning Thursday, January 4 at 10:00 PM through 6:00 AM Friday, January 5.

Portland City Hall & City Buildings Closed On Thursday

Due to the impending storm expected to arrive tomorrow, City facilities will be closed for non-essential staff on Thursday, January 4.

Crash Closes Section of Congress Street in Portland

Portland Police say a man assaulted his father and stole his vehicle before taking it on Congress Street and crashing into multiple vehicles on Wednesday afternoon.

Mother Dies While Wearing Son’s Surprise Christmas Gift

A critically ill woman whose 11-year-old boy surprised her with free earrings and a necklace for Christmas has died while wearing his gift.

Pesticide Ban Up For Vote in Maine’s Largest City

The City Council is scheduled to vote on the proposed ordinance on Wednesday evening in Portland.

President Declares Major Disaster for October Windstorm

WASHINGTON, D.C. (WGAN)  President Donald Trump has declared a major disaster after October’s powerful windstorm that knocked out power to roughly half the state

Lewiston School Closed After Shooting Threat Made Online

LEWISTON, Maine (AP)   A Maine high school will be closed for a day because a student threatened a shooting