GOP-led ranked voting challenge to be on ballot, judge rules

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) A state judge cleared the way for a GOP-led referendum aimed at nullifying ranked-choice voting in presidential races in Maine, meaning the voting system cannot be used in the presidential contest this November.

Man dies while swimming in Maine lake

The Maine Warden Service says a swimmer in Cobbosseecontee Lake in Manchester died on Monday.

10-year-old killed after van crashes into building in Bangor

Bangor police say a 10-year-old was killed when the van they were in crashed into a building.

University of Maine students begin returning to campus

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) University of Maine students are returning to campus for the first time since being sent home in March.

Two dead after Gardiner motorcycle crash

GARDINER, Maine (WGAN) Police say two people were killed when the motorcycle they were riding crashed head-on into an SUV Sunday night in Gardiner.

COVID-19 outbreak reported at Sanford Fire Dept., officials call for better access to testing for first responders

SANFORD, Maine (WGAN) Three members of the Sanford Fire Department have tested positive for COVID-19.

Man killed in Buxton fire identified

BUXTON, Maine (WGAN) Officials have identified the victim in a deadly fire early Sunday morning in Buxton.

Shipbuilders approve 3-year pact, ending monthslong strike

BATH, Maine (AP) Striking workers at a Maine shipyard have approved a three-year contract after a 63-day strike.

One new death, 18 more coronavirus cases on Sunday

The Maine CDC reporting one new coronavirus related death, and 18 additional cases in Maine, on Sunday. The death toll…

Fatal fire in Buxton early Saturday morning

A fatal fire occurred early Saturday morning in Buxton according to The Maine State Fire Marshal’s Office. First responders received…