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Drought conditions force Maine farmers to take drastic measures

These conditions have led to many plants like blueberries and other fruits drying up or dying, and some farmers in the state having to pick and choose which crops live and die to conserve water.

Arrest Made in Waldoboro Homicide Investigation

The Suspect in the murder of a woman in Waldoboro was arrested in Florida

Police Searching for four armed and dangerous suspects in Rumford

As of Saturday morning, Rumford Police are searching for four suspects they say are armed and dangerous after they fled from their vehicle that crashed after a high-speed chase.

Suspect arrested in University Credit Union robbery

Portland police have arrested a suspect in the University Credit Union robbery.

Suspect located after fatal shooting in Windham

A suspect has been located and a shelter-in-place order lifted after a fatal shooting in Windham Friday afternoon.

Maine Dealing With “Flash Drought”, Continued Fire Danger

The flash drought conditions developed over the past several weeks

Bacteria Advisories Lifted at 4 Southern Maine Beaches

Beachgoers had been advised not to make contact with the water while the advisories were in place.

21-Year-Old Has Life Threatening Injuries in Cumberland Co. Crash

The crash is being investigated by the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division

2 Alarm Fire in Coastal Scarborough Taps Out Hydrant System

The fire was elevated to two alarms because of heavy fire conditions

Case on Medicaid Cuts to Abortion Providers Heard in Portland

President Donald Trump’s policy and tax bill blocked Medicaid money from Planned Parenthood.

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2 hours ago in Local

Democratic Maine Rep. Jared Golden won’t seek reelection in competitive US House district

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Maine Democratic Rep. Jared Golden, who represents one of the most competitive U.S. House districts in the country, said Wednesday he will not seek reelection.

14 hours ago in Local

Portland Passes $19.00 Minimum Wage by Wide Margin

Almost 63 percent of Portland voters cast a ballot to increase Portland's minimum wage.

15 hours ago in Local

Maine Voters Pass Gun Law, Reject Voter ID by Wide Margins

A sweep by Democrats across the country in Tuesday's election has carried over into ballot measures in Maine.

21 hours ago in Local

Human Remains Found in Aroostook County

State police confirmed Tuesday that a Blaine resident discovered the remains last Thursday.

22 hours ago in Local

Police Break Up Argument at Maine Polling Place Over Transgender Athletes

The election warden called police after a argument broke out.