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Maine Republicans call for public hearing on proposed red flag law

Republican lawmakers in Augusta are putting pressure on Democrats to hold a public hearing for a red flag law before it appears on the state ballot in November.

Search warrant in Bangor leads to arrest of 3 on drug charges

Three people face drug charges after Bangor Police searched a home on Birch Street on Thursday.

Portland Breaks Ground on Kiwanis Pool Renovations

Mayor Mark Dion and project leaders shared remarks on the renovations. 

Bill Supporting 8:30 am High School Start Time Advances

It provides funding for interested school districts to examine the change

South Portland School Superintendent to Resign

Metheney led the South Portland district through the difficulties of COVID-19 and a school shooting threat.

Searchers locate bodies of father and daughter who went missing in Baxter State Park

The body of a father and daughter from New York who went missing while hiking near the summit of Mt. Katahdin in Baxter State Park have been found.

Police arrest unhoused man in connection with stabbing

The stabbing of a man in Portland early Wednesday led to the arrest of a homeless man.

Police release identity of woman found dead in Lewiston

Police have identified a woman who was found dead in Lewiston on Monday.

Hazy Skies to Give Way for “Summerlike” Weather

Following a strong haze, Senior AccuWeather Meteorologist Heather Zehr said tomorrow will bring “summerlike” weather. 

Sen. Collins Signals Opposition to Trump Administration Plan for Cuts

Collins has said she will not support a $400 million cut to a global AIDS relief program in the plan.

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