Federal officials say whale found dead in Massachusetts was entangled in Maine fishing gear

Maine fishing gear is being blamed for the death of an endangered right whale that washed up on Martha’s Vineyard in January.

Mainers Spend Over $1,000 Annually on Car Repairs from Rough Roads

That report is based on federal and state Department of Transportation data

Lewiston Passes 10pm Curfew for Minors After Gun Concerns

The Sun Journal reports the new curfew hours are from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays,

Maine man accused of shooting at vehicle involved in police pursuit

A Maine man faces charges after police say he shot at a vehicle that was being chased by officers in Acton.

Woman who lost husband and son in Lewiston shooting uses probate process to obtain gunman’s records

A woman who lost her husband and son in Maine’s deadliest shooting is seeking the gunman’s health and military records through the probate process.

Portland Ranked Among Top Small Cities in America

The study from WalletHub compared more than 1,300 cities based their safety, affordability and quality of life.

Portland Considers Zoning Changes to Increase City Density

The Press Herald reports the possible zoning changes are aimed at promoting a denser city.

Dockworkers at ports from Maine to Texas go on strike

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Dockworkers at ports from Maine to Texas began walking picket lines early Tuesday in a strike over…

Building damaged by car fire in Lewiston

There’s damage to a building in Lewiston after a car fire early Sunday morning.

Maine Police Academy to Decide on Expanding Officer Discipline

The new standards would let the academy decertify or discipline officers for actions including harassment