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Police launch death investigation in Hancock County

Police in Hancock County are investigating after a man was found dead inside of his home on Monday.

Republican LePage says he would veto 15-week abortion ban

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) Former Republican Gov. Paul LePage, who’s seeking his old job back, said he’d veto a bill banning…

Maine Supreme Court hears oral arguments over double murder appeal

A Maine man sentenced for the killing of his ex-girlfriend and her boyfriend is appealing his double murder conviction.

Students return to Scarborough High School following threat

Students at Scarborough High School returned to class Wednesday after a threatening text message was sent to a student.

Police say two Saco children safely located, mother in custody in Massachusetts

Maine State Police cancelled an Amber Alert for two children from Saco hours after it was issued and say the pair were safely located. 

Rate hikes by CMP, Versant opposed by Gov. Mills

The administration of Gov. Janet Mills is intervening to oppose a rate hike for Maine power customers.

Classes, after-school activities at Scarborough High School cancelled due to threat

Classes Tuesday at Scarborough High School were cancelled after a “serious threat” was reported to police.

Mainers nabbed with more than 2 pounds of fentanyl, authorities say

The Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office says two people were arrested after deputies found more than 2 pounds of fentanyl during a traffic stop.

Police ask for help finding Brunswick bank robbery suspect

The suspect in a bank robbery in Brunswick is being sought by police.

Missing woman sought by Bangor police found safe

UPDATE 10/4/22: Bangor Police Sgt. Jason McAmbley said that Tufo has been found. 

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