Clam Flats Closed in Part of Maine Because of Toxins

PORTLAND, Maine (AP)   A rare, late-season toxic algae bloom has prompted the state of Maine to close some of the most productive clamming areas

Two Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges in Vassalboro

VASSALBORO, Maine (WGAN)  A Maine woman and a New York man are facing drug charges after a bust in Vassalboro.

Better Watch Out: Santa Makes ‘Naughty’ Comment to Shopper

BANGOR, Maine (AP)   The police in Bangor, Maine, say they’ve gotten a complaint about a department store “bad Santa” who apparently wasn’t working there

Gov. LePage: Speculation of Senate Bid is ‘Fake News’

LEWISTON, Maine (AP)   Republican Maine Gov. Paul LePage says renewed speculation about him running for Senate is “fake news.”

Police: Hancock County Woman in Protective Custody After Carrying Shotgun on a Bridge

State Police say a woman was taken into protective custody after she was seen on a bridge brandishing a loaded shotgun.

Man Leaves Behind Family in Failed Attempt to Escape Deputy

Authorities say a Maine man abandoned his wife and children in a car while trying and failing to evade a sheriff’s deputy.

NJ Man Arrested on Drug Charges After Traffic Stop on Turnpike

SCARBOROUGH, Maine  (WGAN)  A New Jersey man is facing drug charges after a traffic stop on the Maine Turnpike

Police: Bouncing Roll of Duct Tape Leads to 911 Call

BANGOR, Maine (AP)   Police in Bangor, Maine, say a reported intruder turned out to be a roll of duct tape

2nd Man Convicted in Drug-Related Killing in Bangor

BANGOR, Maine (AP)   A jury has convicted a second man in a shooting that left one dead and another wounded in Bangor, Maine

Stressed Finals Week Students Get Break with Therapy Dogs

ORONO, Maine (AP)   A number of Maine dog trainers and their furry friends have brought canine stress relief to students at the University of Maine this week