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.

Missing kids found in Maine after police issue Amber Alert

An Amber Alert was cancelled Friday morning after two missing kids from Somersworth, New Hampshire were found in Maine.

Ranked choice used to determine winner in Maine State Senate primary

The winner in a Maine State Senate primary was declared Thursday after ranked choice was used.

MaineCare coverage for new mothers to be extended to one year after childbirth

Health coverage for new moms through MaineCare is being extended.

Maine diocese sued for 1st time since abuse suit barrier end

The first lawsuits against the Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland since Maine took away a limitation on claims of child sexual abuse were filed on Thursday.

Teenager dies in Lebanon motorcycle crash

A 19-year-old died in a motorcycle crash in Lebanon on Wednesday night, police say.

Sen. Angus King calls on DOD to switch to electric vehicles

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) Maine’s independent senator has proposed that the U.S. military play a role in reducing carbon emissions by converting some vehicles to electricity.