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Death of three-year-old under investigation in Lincoln County

The death of a three-year-old in Midcoast Maine is under investigation.

Former soldier tasked with getting Navy builder in shipshape

BATH, Maine (AP) Making the switch from building corporate jets to building Navy warships has been reinvigorating for a soldier-turned-business executive who’s leading Navy shipbuilder Bath Iron Works.

Early Christmas present for lobstermen: New federal legislation loosening lobster regulations

Lobstermen all over the state might’ve just gotten a reason to celebrate.

Powerful storm slams Maine creating power outages and flooding

Portland saw its fourth-highest ever high tide Friday as Rain and wind impacted Maine creating power outages and flooding. Over…

Bullet found in child’s bedroom after Portland shooting

A bullet was found in the bedroom where a 1-year-old child sleeps after someone fired several shots through the windows and walls of a Portland home, police said Thursday.

Maine health officials report flu-related child death

The Maine CDC has reported the first pediatric flu-related death of the season.

Bangor police investigating after body found in field

Police in Bangor are investigating the discovery of a body near the Airport Mall.

New crime data collection system doesn’t reflect crime wave

The number of crimes committed in Maine last year more than doubled, but it’s because of a new crime data collection system, not a massive crime wave across the state, officials said Thursday.

Panel recommends $474M heating aid package after hearing

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) A hastily assembled legislative panel voted unanimously Wednesday to approve a proposed $474 million heating assistance package following a public hearing that was demanded by Senate Republicans.

Long-time WGAN host known for his humor, knack for storytelling, dies at 78

A familiar voice sure to be remembered as an icon in Maine broadcasting has died.

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Update: Fire Damages Home, Destroys Barn in Augusta

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

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Portland Residential Building Fire Disrupts Munjoy Hill Neighborhood

Portland firefighters say there's no information yet on the cause of the fire.

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Brush Fire Burns Nearly an Acre in New Gloucester

Crews were on the scene for nearly three hours Sunday afternoon.

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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.

20 hours ago in Sports, Trending

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.