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Drop in International Visits to Maine Grows Larger

The drop in visitors crossing the northern border began in February.

Wildfires Mount with All of Maine Under High Fire Danger

Maine Forest Service says they’ve dealt with multiple fires since last weekend. 

Yarmouth Police Investigate Rash of Car Burglaries, Theft

They say the incidents occurred in four neighborhoods

Great White Shark Spotted in Scarborough, Sparks Police Alert

Scarborough’s marine resource officer got word of the roughly 10- to 12-foot shark

Portland city councilors approve $750,000 ambassador program

Portland’s City Council voted Monday night to continue supporting the local nonprofit Portland Downtown, including its new Downtown Ambassador Program.

Man, juvenile charged in connection with drug trafficking in Lewiston

Two people including a teenager were taken into custody after police found fentanyl and cocaine at a home in Lewiston.

Portland Man Arrested After Hours Long Standoff

Officers say a National Crime Information Center check indicated the suspect was considered a serious threat to the public.

Maine Can’t Enforce Foreign Election Interference Law

The law has been on hold pending federal lawsuits.

Firefighters Battling Wildfire in Baileyville

The fire was last reported to be 20 percent contained as it was burning 30 acres.

Scarborough Amtrak Death Ruled Suicide

The victim was declared dead at the scene.

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Lewiston apartment building hit by gunfire in overnight shooting

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Three men accused of firing shots that struck an apartment building in Lewiston overnight Wednesday morning are facing charges.

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Maine Secretary of State pushes back on lawsuit challenging transgender referendum

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Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows says a transgender athlete referendum should appear on the ballot despite a lawsuit claiming many signatures in support of it were invalidated.

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Lewiston Firefighters Credit Quick Response in Saving Home

No injuries were reported.

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Two Teens Arrested in Crime Spree Across Numerous Maine Towns

The investigation remains active, and additional charges may be filed.

21 hours ago in Local

Maine woman pleads guilty in death of 90-year-old Litchfield man

A Lewiston woman accused of murdering a 90-year-old man in Litchfield pleaded guilty to manslaughter in court on Tuesday as part of a plea deal.