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Crashes Kill 8 in a Week as Dangerous Travel Season Starts

A spate of deadly crashes, including one that killed four people, has marked the start of the busiest and most dangerous time of the year on Maine’s roadways.

Maine Legislators Approve $4 Million Lead Removal Program

Maine legislators have agreed to a spending deal that includes a $4 million lead abatement program.

Police Searching for Suspect in Milford Robbery

Police are looking for a man who robbed the County Store in Milford last Friday.

Two Injured in Four-Vehicle Crash in Kennebunk

KENNEBUNK, Maine (WGAN) Police say two people are in the hospital with non-life threatening injuries after a multi-vehicle crash in…

Voters Use Ranked-Choice Voting to Replace LePage

PORTLAND, Maine (AP)   Maine residents are using ranked-choice voting for the first time on Tuesday and deciding whether to keep the voting system in place for the November general election

Police Investigating Robberies at Town Offices

ENFIELD, Maine (WGAN)  The Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office says they’re investigating a pair of burglaries at town offices

Officer Accused of Unruly Conduct at Nightclub Resigns

The Portland Police Department’s first Somali police officer has resigned before the department could complete an investigation prompted by her arrest at a Massachusetts night club early this year.

Democrats Seek Shot at GOP Congressman Bruce Poliquin’s Seat

Three Democrats are vying in Maine for a shot at two-term Republican U.S. Rep. Bruce Poliquin’s seat.

Maine Lawmakers Make Progress on Spending Deal

AUGSUTA, Maine (AP)   Maine lawmakers are moving forward on a $37 million spending package tackling issues including the opioid crisis

Maine Town Works to Save Statue of Famous Harbor Seal

ROCKPORT, Maine (AP)   A Maine town is raising money to save the statue of a beloved harbor seal that brought the community together

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