Tick-borne disease babesiosis on the rise in Maine

A study published Friday by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows over a 1,400% increase in babesiosis cases in Maine over the past 8 years.

Maine to eye community college housing as enrollment grows

An increase in enrollment at Maine’s community colleges has motivated lawmakers to consider the possibility of offering on-campus housing at the schools.

Police issue warning about group burglarizing homes of Asian families in Portland

Police in Portland are urging residents to be on the lookout for a group of men they say are targeting members of the city’s Asian community.

Maine tribes make sovereignty call in first address in years

Tribal leaders in Maine, who have long sparred with state leaders over the issue of sovereignty for Native American tribes, used their first address to the Maine Legislature in 21 years to call for greater autonomy.

New bill could introduce biennial vehicle inspection program in Maine

Mainers may only have to get new vehicle inspections stickers every other year if a proposed bill is approved in Augusta.

Sister of man killed in police shooting sues police chief, town of Falmouth

The sister of a man who was shot and killed by police in Falmouth is suing the town, its police chief and two officers.

Bail set at $75,000 cash for Palmyra man accused of trying to kill girlfriend

Bail has been set at $75,000 cash for a Palmyra man accused of trying to kill, kidnap and beat his former girlfriend.

Brewer man arrested and charged with attempted murder and kidnapping

Former Brewer resident Brandon Rego, 32, was arrested in Palmyra on charges of attempted murder, kidnapping, two counts of aggravated assault and several counts of domestic violence.

Two found dead in Brewer motel

Police are investigating after two people were found dead inside of a Brewer motel room.

Maine Hunters say compromise bill to allow Sunday hunting in the works

A group called Maine Hunters United for Sunday Hunting announced today that a new “compromise” bill is in the works to allow bow and crossbow hunting on Sundays.