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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…

More cases in York County Jail outbreak

The York County Sheriff Department is reporting additional cases of coronavirus as the York County Jail continues to manage their…

Three dead following a series of ATV crashes in Maine

The Maine Game Warden service is reporting three fatalities in three separate ATV crashes over the weekend in Maine. In…

Vinland restaurant in Portland closes permanently

Another Portland restaurant has feel victim to the financial hardships of this unprecedented pandemic. Vinland Restaurant in Portland announced on…

Motorcyclist dies trying to avoid crash in Turner

A man has died after loosing control of his motorcycle after swerving to avoid a car. The crash happened at…

Dry weather, dusty fields growing concerns in potato country

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (AP) – Potato farmers are worried about their crops as the northern part of the state experiences…

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