Westbrook PD to change social media policies after AI image backlash

The department posted an evidence picture of a drug bust this past Tuesday that had been digitally altered, originally denying the use of AI before apologizing for it.

Medicaid cuts lead to cuts and closures in rural Maine hospitals.

Two rural Maine hospitals are in danger of closing due to the Medicaid cuts in the “Big Beautiful Bill”.

Portland Rent Board Recommends Record Fine Against Landlord for Rent Control Violations

According to the Portland Press Herald, Since rent control went into effect in Portland in 2021, the city has been criticized by some residents and city councilors for not enforcing the ordinance ardently enough.

Collins Discusses Fourth of July, Congressional Priorities in WGAN Interview

U.S. Senator Susan Collins took some time out of her 4th of July to speak with Phil Harriman on the WGAN Morning News, explaining her NO vote on the “Big Beautiful Bill”

Inside the Sea Dogs’ New $10 Million Clubhouse

The Portland Sea Dogs opened a new team clubhouse on June 17, 2025.

Missing Clinton man sought by police

Police are asking for help locating a missing Clinton man.

Body of Farmington teen pulled from Hallowell quarry

A diver recovered the body of a Farmington teenager who apparently drowned after jumping off a ledge at the Hallowell Quarry.

How an empty North Carolina rural hospital explains a GOP senator’s vote against Trump’s tax bill

WASHINGTON (AP) — Though patients don’t rush through the doors of this emergency room anymore, an empty hospital in Williamston, North…

Driver charged in fatal hit-and-run that left bicyclist dead in Scarborough

Police have identified the driver accused in a fatal hit-and-run in Scarborough last month.

Bill to limit local police involvement with ICE in Maine punted for next legislative session

A controversial bill in Augusta that would limit local law enforcement’s cooperation with federal immigration officials has been tabled for the next legislative session.