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Maine politicians react to U.S operation in Venezuela

In what President Trump described as “a large-scale strike against Venezuela”, the military bombed multiple targets and captured Venezuela’s president, Nicholas Maduro.

Rep. Pingree Condemns “Unauthorized” U.S. Strike in Venezuela

Maine Representative Chellie Pingree (D-1st District) has formally condemned a recent U.S. “large-scale strike” in Venezuela that resulted in the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores.

AG’s office rules deputies justified in fatal shooting of Hartford, ME man last March

Despite tasing him, 51-year-old Eric Newell charged at the officers with a knife, with deputies opening fire.

Maine tick borne disease rates in 2025 surpass previous records in 2024, 2023

In total, around 3,653 cases of Lyme disease were reported last year, breaking 2024’s record by nearly 400 cases.

Data breach impacting owner of Maine hospital larger than previously thought

More than 280,000 Mainers are affected by a data breach targeting Covenant Health.

Overnight fire damages Gorham farm

A fire overnight Friday morning damaged a farm in Gorham.

Ashley Furniture Set to Return to South Portland in Early 2026

After nearly 20 years away, Ashley furniture is returning to the area with a brand-new store and outlet at Jetport Plaza. The massive 44,900-square-foot space is set to open in the first half of 2026, bringing about 45 new jobs to our community.

‘Naked and Afraid’ contestant sues Kennebec County, alleging privacy breach, stalking

The Falmouth woman, a former county employee, claims the county’s former EMA director downloaded uncensored nude images of her taken during the show and that fellow employees retaliated against her for blowing the whistle.

Tragic New Year’s Morning Fire in Manchester Leaves One Dead, Eight Hospitalized

New Hampshire State Fire Marshal Sean Toomey said officials have sent several others to hospitals and the fire displaced at least 10 families early Wednesday

Alabama man pleads not guilty to bomb threats at Bangor International Airport

24-year-old Robert Wicks allegedly sent a total of 107 messages to 2 American Airlines employees at the airport this past February, with some containing bomb threats.

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With the moon now filling their windows, the Artemis II astronauts kicked off their lunar flyby Monday, taking in magnificent views of the far side never before witnessed while setting a new distance record for humanity.

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The Maine Supreme Court ruled unanimously Monday that an expansion of ranked choice voting would violate the state constitution.

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Maine lawmakers rebuke Trump’s Easter Sunday social media post threatening Iran

Maine Democratic Congresswoman Chellie Pingree says it's time to invoke the 25th amendment after a post by President Trump on Easter Sunday.

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Tuesday Snow Coming to Maine; Weekend Rain Trend in 2025 Not Likely This Spring

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Platner Using Trivia Games and Happy Hours in Maine Senate Campaign

Platner is facing Gov. Janet Mills in the June 9 primary, with the winner taking on five-term Republican Sen. Susan Collins,