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Sprinkler System Helps Contain Fire with Heavy Smoke in Scarborough

Five fire departments were initially sent to the scene because of the amount of smoke.

Maine AG breaks with Augusta Democrats over ranked-choice voting bill

The conflict revolves around a bill that aims to expand ranked-choice voting to general elections for governor and the Legislature.

Senator Susan Collins Calls Out Governor Mills Over State Tax “Appalling” Disconnect

Senator Susan Collins is speaking out about a growing “disconnect” between federal and state tax relief. While federal changes have paved the way for tax-free tips, overtime, and Social Security relief, Maine has yet to follow suit

Fire damage to Turner auto shop estimated to be upwards of $500k

A fire at an auto shop in Turner on Thursday may have caused more than half a million dollars in damage.

Initial federal report finds no issues with flight controls in deadly plane crash at Bangor airport

Federal investigators say there’s no evidence that flight controls malfunctioned or failed in the deadly plane crash during a snowstorm at the Bangor airport in January.

Woman Has Life Threatening Injuries from Waterville House Fire

Firefighters say a passerby reported the house was occupied

23-Year-Old Woman Dead in Waldo County Crash

The crash remains under investigation.

Poll Shows Open Race for Maine Governor, Unfamiliarity With Republican Candidates

The Pan American poll shows no candidate in either party has reached 30 percent in a crowded field

Rep. Pingree says “good riddance” after Noem removed as Homeland Security secretary

Maine Democratic Congresswoman Chellie Pingree calling the removal of Kristi Noem as head of DHS “long overdue.”

Turner auto shop destroyed by fire

An auto shop in Turner is a total loss after a fire Thursday morning.

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