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Portland PD discover human remains behind homeless shelter in Riverton area

The death does not appear to be suspicious at the moment, and authorities are working to identify the deceased and the cause of death.

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Ice Jams Cause Flooding, Evacuations Along Piscataquis River

No injuries have been reported in the flooding.

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Skowhegan Man Charged with Murder in Augusta Shooting

The suspect is now being held in the Somerset County Jail without bail.

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1 day ago in Lifestyle, Religion

A look at Eid al-Fitr and how Muslims celebrate the Islamic holiday

Muslims around the world are bidding farewell to the Islamic holy month of Ramadan and will soon start celebrating the holiday of Eid al-Fitr. Eid is typically greeted with joy and excitement and is marked with congregational prayers and festivities that usually include family visits, gatherings, outings and new clothes.

3 days ago in Lifestyle

When gas prices go up, changing the way you drive can stretch your fuel just a bit farther

When gas prices spike, filling up gets more painful. But consumers can do something to stretch their fuel just a little farther: Change the way they drive.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

Do you really need a water filter? Here’s what experts say

U.S. tap water is generally safe and high quality. But that doesn't mean every glass tastes the same, or that every building's plumbing delivers identical water to the faucet.

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Local

3 hours ago in Local

Portland PD discover human remains behind homeless shelter in Riverton area

The death does not appear to be suspicious at the moment, and authorities are working to identify the deceased and the cause of death.

19 hours ago in Local

Ice Jams Cause Flooding, Evacuations Along Piscataquis River

No injuries have been reported in the flooding.

20 hours ago in Local

Skowhegan Man Charged with Murder in Augusta Shooting

The suspect is now being held in the Somerset County Jail without bail.