Trial Begins For Man Who Shot Ex-Girlfriend

The defense contends a Maine man on trial for attempted murder was trying to take his own life when he shot his ex-girlfriend while prosecutors contend the man intended to kill the woman and her entire family.

Fire Officials Warn of Home Labs for Cannabis Concentrates

BIDDEFORD, Maine (AP)   Maine officials warn of an increase in people turning to dangerous methods of extracting cannabis concentrates as marijuana becomes legal in the state

Group Says State Has Money to Expand Medicaid, so Do It

Groups that are suing Maine Republican Gov. Paul LePage’s administration over voter-approved Medicaid expansion have filed court documents challenging the governor’s claims that the Legislature must appropriate funding first.

Deadline Looms for Switching Parties Ahead of Primaries

The deadline for Mainers to switch parties to vote in the June 12 primary elections is drawing near.

Police: Man Killed in Dirt Bike Crash

Officials say a Maine man has died after his dirt bike went off a road and struck a utility pole.

10-Year-Old Boy Drives Stolen Vehicle into Police Car

Authorities in Maine say a 10-year-old boy has been found after driving a stolen car.

Police Say Speed a Factor in Fatal Springvale Crash

Sanford Police and Fire Departments have identified the woman killed in a single car crash in Springvale.

Driver Unhurt After Rollover Crash

NEWFIELD, Maine (WGAN)  The York County Sheriff’s Office says a teenager is unhurt after a rollover crash in Newfield

Maine Advocates Look To Protect Dark Skies, Promote Tourism

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) – Advocates in Maine are looking to make it known that the state contains the largest area free of light pollution in the eastern half of the United States in order to draw more tourism.

Former President Bush Returns To Maine

KENNEBUNKPORT, Maine (AP) — His home on the rocky coast is former President George H.W. Bush’s happy place, chock full of sea-sprayed memories of boating, golfing, family and friends.