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Commercial wrecker falls into ocean while trying to make delivery

Police in Cumberland County say a commercial wrecker went into the ocean on Wednesday.

High prices for baby eels in Maine as season nears end

Maine’s annual fishing season for baby eels is nearing the end, and prices have approached record highs.

Prosecutor: Man kicked face of victim who later died

Prosecutors allege a verbal fight on Facebook escalated into a man kicking the face of a Caribou man who later died.

Some criticize end of online AP program in rural state

The end of Maine’s online Advanced Placement program is drawing criticism from some students and families in the largely rural state.

Bridge, toll plaza to bring change to 8-mile stretch of I-95

The Maine Department of Transportation, Maine Turnpike Authority and New Hampshire Department of Transportation are teaming up on more than $90 million in improvements involving a new toll plaza and I-95 bridge upgrades to keep traffic flowing.

Question about moose hunt’s size remains at permit deadline

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   The deadline for Maine moose hunters to apply for a permit has arrived, but exactly how many permits will be available is still undecided

Maine passes bill for hearings on citizen initiatives

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   Maine lawmakers have passed a bill calling for public hearings on citizen initiatives before they head to the ballot

Ranked choice voting amendment lacks needed votes

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   The odds are stacked against a proposed constitutional amendment to expand Maine’s system that allows voters to rank their candidates from first to last on the ballot

Push for Maine equal rights amendment lacks needed votes

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   A proposal to amend the Maine Constitution to outlaw discrimination on the basis of gender appears doomed in the Democratic-controlled Legislature

Maine Mulls Buying CMP & Emera

A public hearing took place Tuesday on a bill to buy Maine’s two largest electric companies and replace them with a consumer-owned utility.

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Lewiston Firefighters Credit Quick Response in Saving Home

No injuries were reported.

10 hours ago in Local

Two Teens Arrested in Crime Spree Across Numerous Maine Towns

The investigation remains active, and additional charges may be filed.

11 hours ago in Local

Maine woman pleads guilty in death of 90-year-old Litchfield man

A Lewiston woman accused of murdering a 90-year-old man in Litchfield pleaded guilty to manslaughter in court on Tuesday as part of a plea deal.

14 hours ago in Local

Police arrest driver who they say struck 3 police cruisers in South Portland

An Augusta woman is charged with OUI after police say she crashed into three police cruisers Friday night in South Portland.

19 hours ago in Local

Portland Police Locate Missing 17-Year-Old Girl from NH During Traffic Stop

Officers say they pulled over a vehicle at the intersection of Hanover and Lancaster streets.