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Ranked choice voting in Maine state races could lead to court challenge

A bill to expand ranked choice voting in Maine to include gubernatorial and state legislative races has been sent to the governor.

Drug bust at Winthrop motel leads to two arrests

Two people were taken into custody for selling drugs out of a motel in Winthrop.

Cumberland County DA Speaks Out After Correction Officer Detained

Sartoris says the administration is trying to reach a monthly quota for deportations

Key takeaways from the acquittal of Karen Read in her Boston police officer boyfriend’s death

DEDHAM, Mass. (AP) — Karen Read walked out of court a free woman after more than three years and two trials over…

Maine Legislature Passes Bill Blocking Local Immigration Enforcement

The measure was approved late Wednesday, mostly on party lines

Maine Suing Federal Agency Over $9 Grant Termination

The lawsuit claims the state is being singled out for funding cuts.

Maine Democrats pass two-year state budget bill that increases spending

Maine lawmakers finalized a state budget Wednesday, which marked the final day of the legislative session.

Lewiston man charged with manslaughter for death of 4-year-old stepson

The stepfather of a 4-year-old boy who was fatally shot in Lewiston last month is charged with manslaughter.

Authorities identify victim, locate driver involved in fatal Woodstock motorcycle crash

Police say the driver of a pickup truck involved in a deadly motorcycle crash Sunday night in Woodstock has been located.

Westbrook’s Owlbear’s Rest Serves up Coffee and Community Gaming

Owlbear’s Rest has combined a cafe with board games in a unique way since opening in May 2025. The Westbrook-based…

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2nd graders reported missing in Topsham found safe

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The Sagadahoc County Emergency Management Agency has confirmed that both girls have been found safe.

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74-Year-Old Kennebec County Woman Missing Since Halloween

Deputies have released a missing person alert for Bonnie Frappie.

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New York City Murder Suspect Arrested on E-Scooter in Maine

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The U.S. Marshals Service says its investigation indicated the suspect was living in Maine.

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

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.

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1 person in custody after shooting in Cape Elizabeth

One person was taken into custody in connection with a shooting Wednesday afternoon in Cape Elizabeth.