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Two charged with arson in Rockland

ROCKLAND, Maine (WGAN)  The State Fire Marshal’s Office says two young men from Rockland have been charged with arson in connection with a fire in late May that destroyed a garage in Rockland

Lawmaker apologizes for yelling at Maine speaker

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) _ A Republican lawmaker has apologized for an angry outburst on the floor of the Maine House

Maine Legislature pulls an all-nighter before adjourning

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   Maine lawmakers have pulled an all-nighter

Legislature passes bill to ban driving while holding a cellphone

On Wednesday the Maine State Legislature approved a bill to ban the use of cellphones and other similar devices while driving.

Mills signs legislation for offshore renewable energy

Governor Janet Mills signed legislation on Wednesday directing the public utilities commission to approve a contract for a floating offshore wind pilot, a type of renewable energy.

Rep. Golden aims to withhold right whale protection funding

Congressman Jared Golden wants to withhold funds for the implementation of restrictions on lobster fishing intended to help the endangered right whale.

Belfast mayor will not seek re-election

Belfast’s mayor, 28-year-old Samantha Paradis, will not be running for re-election.

Rescued hiker may have to pay the bill

An 80-year-old hiker rescued while trying to reach the summit of Mount Washington may have to pay for his rescue.

Maine school district settles with former teacher over racist incidents

Maine school district RSU21 has reached a settlement with former Kennebunk High School teacher Rosa Slack.

5-year-old bit in face by dog in Topsham

Police say a 5-year-old girl attacked by a dog suffered injuries serious enough that a LifeFlight Helicopter was summoned.

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Augusta Police Look for Missing Man

Police say Zachary Allen was reported missing by his family Tuesday.

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Portland Police Establish Downtown Constable Program

The department says the constables will serve as a uniformed, but non-law-enforcement presence in public areas.

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New Jetport Flight Path to Address Noise Complaints from South Portland

The new change is meant to address long held complaints of booming aircraft noise by South Portland residents.

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Wildfires across Georgia and Florida have destroyed nearly 50 homes and are forcing evacuations

Wildfires burning across the southeastern U.S. forced more people to flee Wednesday after destroying nearly 50 homes in Georgia and causing some schools closings as drought and winds fueled flames.

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Lewiston apartment building hit by gunfire in overnight shooting

Three men accused of firing shots that struck an apartment building in Lewiston overnight Wednesday morning are facing charges.