Maine close to inking land use agreement for rural north

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) Maine officials are close to finalizing a land use agreement that supporters said would protect one of the most rural corners of the country from overdevelopment years after environmentalists raised concerns about McMansions rising in the area.

Maine vet sues over coverage denial for daughter gender transition

A U.S. military veteran and his daughter filed a lawsuit on Monday challenging a federal rule they said prevents the daughter from accessing medical coverage because she is transgender.

Eric Brakey declared winner after recount in Maine State Senate race

Eric Brakey has won re-election in a Maine State Senate race following a recount on Monday.

“Destructive devices” found by investigators looking into Cherryfield homicide

Police said destructive devices were found while investigating a homicide in Washington County.

Maine transportation officials urge residents to practice safe driving habits over Thanksgiving holiday weekend

Transportation officials are reminding Mainers to practice safe driving habits as the holiday season nears.

Portland’s First Parish dealing with their past

 By Barbara A. Walsh of The Maine Monitor. A Portland parish is currently coming to grips with their history. According…

Wabanaki tribe working to change the legacy of November 20th, 1775, and its consequences

While November 20th might just be another day to a lot of Mainers, the day is remembered quite differently by the Wabanaki tribes.

UPDATE: Saco woman located safely

Saco Police are asking for your help finding a 24 year old woman with intellectual disabilities last seen Friday night at JC Penny in South Portland.

Death of man found in Cherryfield home ruled homicide

Police are investigating a homicide in Washington County.

Threats lead to school closures in Falmouth, Yarmouth

Police say Falmouth High School was evacuated Friday morning due to a threat.