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Man accused in Portland killing to serve 10 years as part of plea agreement

A Massachusetts man accused of killing a man in Portland will spend 10 years behind bars.

Maine Supreme Judicial Court Justice Sanctioned

A state committee says Justice Catherine Connors violated Judicial Conduct by taking part in two cases which overturned recent ruling

Lewiston gathering to mark one year since a deadly mass shooting rocked the Maine city

With flags lowered across the state, Maine residents whose sense of safety was shattered last year by a mass shooting planned to mark the anniversary Friday in ways big and small, including a memorial service.

Maine Cannabis Recall Over Yeast and Mold Expanded

The original recall issued on October 11, 2024, involved pre-ground adult use cannabis flower, pre-rolls, and blunts of the strain “Frosted Cookies”.

Maine State Police ask for info leading to woman who went missing in 2016

Investigators are asking hunters in Piscataquis County to be on the lookout for clues that could lead them to the whereabouts of a woman who disappeared about 8 years ago.

“Do not eat” advisories issued for areas in Maine impacted by PFAS contamination

Maine wildlife officials are issuing an advisory asking residents not to consume wildlife that may be contaminated with PFAS.

Maine Median Home Prices at All Time High

Home prices are going up faster in the state than the rest of New England and the U.S.

Portland City Council Rejects Mayor’s Needle Exchange Plan

Mayor Dion’s proposal would have offered a one-for-one exchange instead of the current 100 clean needles for every dirty one turned in.

Several Children Injured in School Bus Crash in Minot

Deputies report the bus went off the road and into a ditch about a half mile from Minot Consolidated School.

Auburn Police Seize Drugs, Money, Gun in Weekend Bust

Police found approximately 27 grams of cocaine.

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Scarborough police search for driver after pursuit

Scarborough police are searching for a suspect they say led officers on a chase before fleeing on foot.

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Police asking for help finding missing man from Winslow who has development disabilities

Police are looking for a missing Winslow man who has developmental disabilities.