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Gun manufacturers have made a dramatic exodus from Maine

Tax breaks and a sunny political climate have convinced companies to find welcoming homes in the South.

Mining project gathers support from locals despite two LUPC rejections

The Wolfden Pickett Mountain Mining Project garnered support from Patten residents in a town vote Thursday despite missing a Maine Land Use and Planning Commission application deadline in March.

Bangor woman shares story of abuse from former Catholic priest

A Bangor woman wants to warn others of the abuse she endured from former Catholic priest Anthony Cipolle, who served as a priest at St. John’s in Bangor from 2017 until 2020. 

Lawmakers call for DHHS to resolve phone issues

The Government Oversight Committee conducted a review of the Department of Health and Human Services Friday morning to find out why no one seems to be able to get a hold of them.

Owner of Bucksport motel sues town for forced closure

The owner of a Bucksport motel that was condemned two years ago is suing the town and its code enforcement officer of violating his rights in the forced closure of his motel.

Teenager dies after fall in Acadia National Park

Officials say a teenage boy died after falling at Acadia National Park on Friday.

Lewiston man sentenced for fatally shooting his girlfriend in front of mother, child

A Lewiston man will spend 47 years behind bars for killing the mother of his child.

Police investigate crash that killed pedestrian in Auburn

One man was killed while trying to cross the street in Auburn.

Police alerted to letters sent to Maine lawmakers’ homes

Maine legislative leaders notified Capitol Police that inflammatory letters from a white nationalist organization have been mailed to lawmakers’ homes in an attempt to harass and intimidate, they announced Friday.

Health officials issue warning about browntail moth caterpillars in Maine

The Maine CDC is warning the public about browntail moth caterpillars.

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Lewiston Firefighters Credit Quick Response in Saving Home

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Two Teens Arrested in Crime Spree Across Numerous Maine Towns

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The investigation remains active, and additional charges may be filed.

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Maine woman pleads guilty in death of 90-year-old Litchfield man

A Lewiston woman accused of murdering a 90-year-old man in Litchfield pleaded guilty to manslaughter in court on Tuesday as part of a plea deal.

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Police arrest driver who they say struck 3 police cruisers in South Portland

An Augusta woman is charged with OUI after police say she crashed into three police cruisers Friday night in South Portland.

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Portland Police Locate Missing 17-Year-Old Girl from NH During Traffic Stop

Officers say they pulled over a vehicle at the intersection of Hanover and Lancaster streets.