Scientists to take the stage in different kind of moose fest

AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) Maine’s annual moose hunt lottery is typically part of a big celebration of the giant animals, but this year scientists and game wardens will take the stage.

Orrington church plans to defy Gov. Mills order, hold in-person service

The pastor of an Orrington church announced Sunday that next week he will open the doors of Calvary chapel to in-person worship in defiance of an order issued by Gov. Janet Mills to curb the spread of the coronavirus.

Lewiston stabbing suspect arrested after threatening with man with knife, carjacking

A Lewiston teenager sought as a suspect in a stabbing was arrested Thursday after police said he was part of a group who tried to steal a car, possibly at knifepoint.

Maine’s turkey hunt starts with social distancing rules

Maine’s spring wild turkey hunting season is starting a couple days early, and the rules are slightly different this year. The season starts Saturday.

Coronavirus cases reach 1,152, one new death reported

Twenty-nine new cases of coronavirus were reported Saturday by the Maine Center for Disease Control, pushing the total to 1,152, while one new death was also reported.

Police searching for Searsmont woman last seen in Auburn

Auburn (WGME) — Police are seeking the help of the public as they search for a missing Searsmont woman who…

Portland Police Say a Portland 7-Eleven Was Held Up Friday Morning

Portland Police say a Portland 7-Eleven was held up early Friday morning. The 7-Eleven located at 1917 Forest Avenue was…

Former Republican Gov. Paul LePage Says He’ll Likely Run Again for the Blaine House in 2022

Former Republican Gov. Paul LePage isn’t cutting his successor any slack as she deals with a global pandemic that has…

Gorham police searching for missing 14-year-old girl

Gorham police are searching for a missing 14-year-old girl.

Report: Fatal drug overdoses grew 7% in 2019 in Maine

The number of fatal drug overdoses grew 7% last year in Maine, underscoring that the opioid epidemic continues to be a major health care challenge.