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Police pursuit in northern Maine ends with crash involving horse-drawn wagon

Police say a driver being pursued by officers in Aroostook County crashed into a horse-drawn Amish wagon Tuesday morning.

York Police Warn Public About Dangerous Scam

Officers say the packages include either a link or QR code.

Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Under Firing Freeze

The Naval Shipyard says it’s trying to understand and prioritize its resources.

Bill in Legislature Would Make Seppala Siberian Maine State Dog

A public hearing on the bill was held Monday in Augusta.

Man Arrested After More Than 24 Hours at Home in Lowell

Troopers say they were sent to a domestic violence call at a residence in Lowell at about 4 p.m. Sunday.

Police pursuit ends in Standish with arrest of driver

A driver who led police on a chase that began in Windham was taken into custody after crashing their vehicle.

Man who claims shooting at Bangor college campus was self-defense arrested

A Maine man who told police he shot someone at the University of Maine in Bangor a year ago has been arrested.

Portland Pedestrian Dies After Being Hit by Car Sunday

The crash remains under investigation.

Maine Home Sales Up Double Digits Over Year Ago

The State Realtors Association reports 853 properties changed hands in January of 2025.

Three Seriously Injured in Weekend Raymond Crash

Officers say neither speed nor alcohol were factors in the crash.

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