Maine prohibits mountain camping after damage, litter, feces

WELD, Maine (AP) — Maine conservation official said camping on a popular hiking mountain has been prohibited due to misuse…

Westbrook police asking public for help locating missing man

Police in Westbrook are asking for information as they search for a man who went missing last week.

Police arrest one person in connection with shots fired at Scarborough home

Police say one person is now in custody after shots were fired in Scarborough.

Panel sends bipartisan budget proposal to Maine lawmakers

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) The Maine Legislature will vote later this week on a bipartisan $8.5 billion budget proposals that includes $300 for most workers and reaches the goal of boosting the state’s share of K-12 public education costs to 55%.

Maine’s state of emergency comes to an end this week

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) Maine’s emergency order about the coronavirus pandemic is entering its final days.

Man arrested in Bangor after high-speed chase

A man was arrested in Bangor after a high-speed chase Sunday afternoon. The Maine Dept. of Public Safety says police attempted to stop 31-year-old Chad Delano of Florida and Maine on Route 2 in Etna, but he didn’t pull over.

CDC gives Maine $7M to prep for future public health crises

(AP) About $1.8 million of the money is for preventing and controlling emerging diseases and the rest is for preparing and responding to public health emergencies.

Home sales, prices continue to trend up in Maine

(AP) The Maine Association of Realtors said sales and prices were both up by a staggering 28% in May compared to May 2020.

Maine eyes growth in manufacturing, green tech education

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) – Maine’s governor has approved a proposal designed to promote manufacturing education, green technology and job growth…

Mainers asked for suggestions for Bicentennial Time Capsule

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) – The Maine Bicentennial Commission wants to hear from residents about what should go the state’s official…