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New program at Portland’s Victoria Mansion seeks to confront its owners past.

A new program called “Unwilling Architects”, aims at uncovering the truth behind who actually funded the construction of this lavish landmark.

Two arrested, child removed after police respond to standoff at Saco Hotel

The Ramada Inn on North St. in Saco was the site of a police standoff early Monday morning.

Maine’s District Attorneys assure domestic violence victims that protections remain in place

Maine’s District Attorneys reassure domestic violence victims that the case United States v. Rahimi, is not binding on the District of Maine, and is only applicable to states within the fifth circuit.

“Dirty rain” not related to Ohio train disaster, Maine officials say

Maine environmental officials say reports of “dirty rain” in the state on Friday were not related to the Ohio train disaster.

Thousands in drugs seized from Oxford County home

Police in Oxford County seized $23,000 worth of drugs while investigating a report of stolen property.

Maine requests disaster declaration for December storm

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) Democratic Gov. Janet Mills requested a federal disaster declaration for seven Maine counties for damage from a wild December storm that left tens of thousands of people in the dark for Christmas.

Maine Senate swiftly confirms justice to state supreme court

The Maine Senate acted swiftly to confirm to the state supreme court a judge who was responsible for innovations in drug treatment and mental health cases.

Maine lawmakers target Whole Foods for blacklisting lobster

Republican lawmakers in Maine are going after Whole Foods for its rebuke of the state’s signature seafood — Maine lobster.

Maine lawmaker resigns after pleading not guilty to campaign-related fraud charges

A Maine House Democrat announced he will resign after pleading not guilty to defrauding the state’s clean election program.

Maine voters asked for input on upcoming state ballot question

The public comment period is open for the wording of a ballot proposal asking Mainers about debt.

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Fire damages home, destroys barn in Augusta

Fire destroyed a barn and damaged a home in Augusta on Monday.

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Swanville man arrested again for sex crimes

A Waldo County man is facing sex crime charges for the second time this year.

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Marathon milestone shattered: Sabastian Sawe breaks the fabled 2-hour barrier by 30 seconds

A pair of African distance runners took down what was once among the most unthinkable records in sports on Sunday, shattering the long-unapproachable two-hour barrier in the 26.2-mile (42.2-kilometer) marathon.

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Moderate Fire Conditions Present in Maine

Most of the state is under moderate fire danger.

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Kennebunkport Police Report String of Car Thefts, Burglaries

Officers are calling the incidents "crimes of opportunity," as unlocked cars or visible belongings are easy targets.