Hooked on heating oil: New wood heat options come with climate trade-offs

Maine’s forests are crucial as a way to absorb carbon emissions, and as a heat source for industries under pressure to decarbonize and for residents struggling with high oil costs.

Ultra-endurance athlete uses physical feats to raise money for charity

Ultra-endurance athlete Brendan Walsh of Westbrook is using his endurance challenges to raise thousands of dollars for different charities across the U.S. 

Critics slam OPEGA’s report for clearing the DHHS of blame in child’s death

Critics scrutinize OPEGA for its ruling that the DHHS made “no unsound decisions” in the case handling of 3-year-old Maddox Williams, who was murdered by his mother in 2021.

Feds seek to sentence Jan. 6 rioter from Maine to over 15 years

Federal prosecutors are recommending an over 15-year prison sentence for Jan. 6, rioter Kyle Fitzsimons of Lebanon Maine. Prosecutors say this sentence is for Fitzsimons’s “violent and aggressive” behavior during the attack on the U.S. Capitol in 2021.

New Hampshire man found dead in Scarborough river

The body of a New Hampshire man was recovered from a river in Scarborough Friday morning.

Explosion in Freeport leaves worker with burn wounds

A man suffered serious burns when a compressed gas tank exploded in Freeport on Friday.

Maine governor suggests making paid leave proposal easier on businesses

Maine Gov. Janet Mills is pumping the brakes on a paid family and medical leave proposal promoted by her fellow Democrats, seeking compromises to reduce the burden on businesses in an effort to win broader support.

Maine AG’s office launches investigation into officer-involved shooting in Alton

Maine State Police say an officer-involved shooting in Alton Friday morning is under investigation. 

Police seek woman who brought raccoon to Maine Petco location to have nails trimmed

The Maine Warden Service is seeking information about a woman who brought a young raccoon into the Petco on Mt. Auburn Ave. in Auburn.

Authorities locate missing Harmony man

Maine State Police say a missing Harmony man has been located.