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Proposed connector could cut commute between Gorham and Scarborough

Transportation officials hope to reduce rush hour traffic in Gorham and Scarborough by building a connector.

High court keeps limits on lobster fishing in Maine to protect whales

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Friday against Maine lobster fishermen who sought to block new fishing restrictions that are designed to protect rare whales.

Police investigate report of shots fired in Portland’s East Bayside neighborhood

Portland Police are investigating a report of shots fired on Thursday evening.

Maine CDC reports 795 coronavirus cases, 2 deaths as health officials expect arrival of omicron variant

There were 795 cases of coronavirus and two additional deaths in Friday’s update from the Maine Center for Disease Control.

Maine university to start search for new president

Maine’s public university system has formed a committee to find a new president for one of its largest campuses.

Police make 4th arrest in drug-related shooting in Machias

A fourth person has been arrested in connection with a drug-related shooting death in Machias.

NH-based company fined for plastic debris spill in Maine bay

SEARSPORT, Maine (AP) Environmental officials have signed off on a $17,800 fine for an energy company for spilling plastic debris into Penobscot Bay.

NY man wants conviction tossed over pandemic-delayed trial

BANGOR, Maine (AP) A New York man convicted of killing a woman in Maine wants the state supreme court to toss his murder conviction because his trial was delayed during the pandemic.

Bangor police share tips to fend off porch pirates

The Bangor Police Department is offering tips to residents to prevent porch pirates from making off with packages this holiday season.

Four-vehicle crash in Standish leaves two people injured

Two people involved in a four-vehicle crash in Standish were hospitalized with non-life threatening injuries.

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Janet Mills drops U.S. Senate bid before June 9 primary

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LEWISTON, Maine (AP) — Maine Gov. Janet Mills on Thursday dropped her bid for the U.S. Senate, pointing to a lack of…

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Drug bust at Scarborough hotel leads to charges for Cape Elizabeth man

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A Cape Elizabeth man is accused of selling drugs out of a hotel room in Scarborough.

2 hours ago in Local

Maine teen charged in paddleboarder’s death found competent to stand trial

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A teenager charged in the killing of a Maine paddleboarder has been found competent to stand trial.

8 hours ago in Sports, Trending

Lindsey Vonn tells the AP she is not yet in position emotionally to decide if she will race again

Lindsey Vonn is still recovering physically and emotionally from her frightening crash at the Winter Olympics. For now, the tough decisions about the future can wait.

22 hours ago in Local

Greater Portland Metro Unveils High Frequency Bus Service to Westbrook, Gorham

It would be the first of its kind rapid-transit service in the state.