Sludge crisis to impact sewer rate payers’ bills come July

Starting July 1st, many Maine homeowners can expect to see a rise in their sewer bill due to a price increase in sludge disposal. 

Dozens gather in Portland to protest U.S. support in Ukraine’s war

Over three dozen people gathered at Woodford’s corner in Portland Saturday afternoon to protest the U.S.’s support of Ukraine in their war against Russia. 

Dead Minke Whale washes up on a York beach

York Police reported that a large Minke Whale washed up on the shore of Long Sands Beach on Friday.

Second attempt to end Maine intelligence unit receives bipartisan support

A second attempt to abolish the controversial Maine State Police Unit, also known as the Maine Information and Analysis Center, has gained the bipartisan support of top lawmakers Democratic House Speaker Rachel Talbot and Republican House Minority Leader Billy Bob Faulkingham. The effort to disband the state agency, however, faces opposition from Gov. Janet Mills and police agencies.

Oxford County sheriff under investigation after pressuring deputy to go easy on a case

Oxford County Sheriff Christopher Wainwright is under investigation after he pressured one of his deputies to go easy on a case concerning a traffic violation of a woman he knows.

Maine Legislature lets voters have say on utility referendum

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) The Maine Legislature is sending a referendum question on whether to dismantle the state’s two largest electric utilities to voters.

Investigation underway after discovery of bullet in Maine elementary school

A bullet was found in a Brunswick elementary school, and school officials are trying to determine where it came from.

Eliot Cutler to face sentencing in child pornography case

Former gubernatorial candidate Eliot Cutler pleaded guilty Thursday to child pornography charges.

Maine Secretary of State announces reworded referendum question

Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows has released the reworded text of a controversial referendum question.

Warden rescues Florida woman trapped in vehicle on flooded road in Waterboro

A Florida woman whose car became trapped in flood waters in Waterboro was rescued by a Game Warden.