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Initial federal report finds no issues with flight controls in deadly plane crash at Bangor airport

Federal investigators say there’s no evidence that flight controls malfunctioned or failed in the deadly plane crash during a snowstorm at the Bangor airport in January.

Woman Has Life Threatening Injuries from Waterville House Fire

Firefighters say a passerby reported the house was occupied

23-Year-Old Woman Dead in Waldo County Crash

The crash remains under investigation.

Poll Shows Open Race for Maine Governor, Unfamiliarity With Republican Candidates

The Pan American poll shows no candidate in either party has reached 30 percent in a crowded field

Rep. Pingree says “good riddance” after Noem removed as Homeland Security secretary

Maine Democratic Congresswoman Chellie Pingree calling the removal of Kristi Noem as head of DHS “long overdue.”

Turner auto shop destroyed by fire

An auto shop in Turner is a total loss after a fire Thursday morning.

Semi Crash Causes Downed Power Poles, Lines in Auburn

Center Street was closed for several hours Wednesday

Maine Spent $3 Million in Opioid Settlement Money, $19 Million Unspent

The money comes from nationwide settlements with more than a dozen pharmaceutical companies.

Sen. Collins defends decision to vote against war powers resolution

Maine’s two U.S. Senators were split on a resolution aimed at blocking further military action in Iran without Congressional authorization that failed in the Senate on Wednesday.

York County Sheriff’s Office taking part in joint investigation with FBI in Waterboro

The York County Sheriff’s Office notified the public about an investigation involving the FBI in Waterboro on Wednesday.

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3 People Arrested in Penobscot County Drug Raid

Deputies say the investigation remains active and additional charges may be forthcoming.

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Tito’s Vodka Ordered to Pay $750,000 in Taxes and Penalties in Maine

The court determined the manufacturer did not file tax returns for an audit period.

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Maine supplemental budget clears committee, heads to full legislature

Maine’s supplemental budget is advancing, and it includes a tax increase on millionaires and $300 relief payments to more than half a million lower income Mainers.

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Missing South Portland man found safe

Police say Kulinski has been found safe.

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Maine Lawmakers Pass Bill to Let Jails Turn Away Some ICE Detainees

Governor Mills has indicated she will sign the bill.