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Drop in International Visits to Maine Grows Larger

The drop in visitors crossing the northern border began in February.

Wildfires Mount with All of Maine Under High Fire Danger

Maine Forest Service says they’ve dealt with multiple fires since last weekend. 

Yarmouth Police Investigate Rash of Car Burglaries, Theft

They say the incidents occurred in four neighborhoods

Great White Shark Spotted in Scarborough, Sparks Police Alert

Scarborough’s marine resource officer got word of the roughly 10- to 12-foot shark

Portland city councilors approve $750,000 ambassador program

Portland’s City Council voted Monday night to continue supporting the local nonprofit Portland Downtown, including its new Downtown Ambassador Program.

Man, juvenile charged in connection with drug trafficking in Lewiston

Two people including a teenager were taken into custody after police found fentanyl and cocaine at a home in Lewiston.

Portland Man Arrested After Hours Long Standoff

Officers say a National Crime Information Center check indicated the suspect was considered a serious threat to the public.

Maine Can’t Enforce Foreign Election Interference Law

The law has been on hold pending federal lawsuits.

Firefighters Battling Wildfire in Baileyville

The fire was last reported to be 20 percent contained as it was burning 30 acres.

Scarborough Amtrak Death Ruled Suicide

The victim was declared dead at the scene.

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Deputies have released a missing person alert for Bonnie Frappie.

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New York City Murder Suspect Arrested on E-Scooter in Maine

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Democratic Maine Rep. Jared Golden won’t seek reelection in competitive US House district

Maine Democratic Rep. Jared Golden, who represents one of the most competitive U.S. House districts in the country, said Wednesday he will not seek reelection.

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1 person in custody after shooting in Cape Elizabeth

One person was taken into custody in connection with a shooting Wednesday afternoon in Cape Elizabeth.

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Portland Passes $19.00 Minimum Wage by Wide Margin

Almost 63 percent of Portland voters cast a ballot to increase Portland's minimum wage.