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Fugitive wanted on multiple charges arrested in Bangor

Maine State Police say a fugitive wanted on drug-related charges has been taken into custody.

Prices for Maine homes jumped again last month

The pace and price of home sales in Maine increased again last month as the state’s housing market stayed hot.

Maine man accused of causing serious accident on I-95 charged with OUI

A Winslow man has been charged with driving under the influence after police say he caused a crash that sent a North Dakota woman to the hospital in critical condition.

40-year sentence upheld for man who killed his roommate

Maine’s supreme court has upheld a 40-year prison sentence imposed on a man who killed his roommate.

Maine Gov., congressional delegation call for reopening of Canadian border

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (AP) Maine’s governor and congressional delegation believe it’s time to open the international border to vaccinated Canadians.

NOAA to support Maine dam removal project to help salmon

FARMINGTON, Maine (AP) The federal government is going to help fund a dam removal project in Maine that conservationists have said is critical to restoring fish habitat.

Airplane’s landing gear falls onto a golf course in Maine

GORHAM, Maine (AP) An airplane’s landing gear fell from the sky onto a golf course in Maine but no one was hurt, police said.

Maine’s largest airport looks to set summer travel record

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) Maine’s largest airport is in line to set a record for summer travel.

Presumpscot School set to be renovated

The Portland Board of Education has voted to renovate the Presumpscot School.

Maine’s Secretary of State Shenna Bellows warns Mainers about new text messaging scam

Maine’s Secretary of State Shenna Bellows is worried about the new text message phishing scam occurring across the country.

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