Penalty for Motorist Who Killed Cyclist Comes Under Fire

The Bicycle Coalition of Maine is disappointed by the penalty imposed on a motorist who struck a bicyclist, causing fatal injuries.

Lewiston Police Officer Found Dead

Authorities say Lewiston police officer Nicholas Meserve was found dead Friday at his home.

Pregnant Woman Killed in Snowmobile Crash in Maine

Authorities in Maine say a pregnant woman and her unborn child were killed in a snowmobile crash.

Group Calls for Health Care System to Give up Hospital

A citizens’ group is calling for Central Maine Healthcare to give up Bridgton Hospital so another organization can take over medical care in the area.

Governor Mills Unveils First Biennial Budget

Maine Governor Janet Mills has submitted her first biennial budget to the State Legislature.

Drug Overdoses Continue to Claim Hundreds of Lives in Maine

New state data shows that opioid overdoses are continuing to claim hundreds of lives in Maine.

Jury Selection on for Man Who Says He Mistakenly Shot Wife

A jury is being selected for the trial of a Maine man who claims he fatally shot his wife after mistaking her for an intruder.

Birding Group Limits Online Posts Over Hunting Concerns

An online group of Maine bird spotters is asking members to stop posting specific locations of rare species over concerns they may be targeted by hunters.

Ferry Service Nixed By Portland

Portland, ME (WGAN) As far as Portland is concerned, when you’re gone…you’re gone. Last year Bay Ferries said goodbye to Portland, saying they were moving to Bar Harbor. However, the federal shutdown stopped negotiations with the U-S Customs and Border Control…and they have been delayed indefinately. The Portland Press Herald said the owners of Bay Ferries contacted Portland officials about having their 2019 season in the city…but were told there was no longer any room for them.

Maine Sets Special Election to Fill House Seat

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP)   Maine will hold a special election to fill a House seat left vacant by a Democratic lawmaker