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13 hours ago

Milford man whose toddler died of hypothermia pleads not guilty

A Penobscot County man pleaded not guilty Friday after his toddler died of hypothermia.

14 hours ago

Sabattus police arrest 2 juveniles wanted for crashing stolen car into pond, firing gun in separate incidents

A 16-year-old from Auburn is accused of crashing a stolen car into a pond in Sabattus this month.

1 day ago

Three Arrested in Biddeford Drug Trafficking Raid

Agents say local police and the public clued them into trafficking out of two apartments in Biddeford.

2 days ago

Westbrook police asking for help locating missing middle school student

Police in Westbrook are asking for help locating a missing 12-year-old girl.

2 days ago

Maine gas prices see slight drop while heating oil hits another record high

Gas prices in Maine as well as nationwide have seen a slight drop in recent days.

2 days ago

Smoking materials blamed for house fire that displaced 6 in Pittston

Investigators say a fire in Pittston that left a family of six homeless was caused by the improper disposal of smoking materials.

2 days ago

Four Face Felony Drug Trafficking Charges After Raid at Augusta Home

DEA agents and Augusta Police raided the residence on Tuesday.

2 days ago

New Hampshire Man Charged for Reportedly Leaving Crash that Injured Highway Worker

Police say the driver continued without stopping.

3 days ago

Citgo will reduce emissions, fund research into harmful effects from South Portland petroleum tanks

Citgo says its reducing emissions at its petroleum tanks in South Portland over concerns about potential health issues linked to the tanks.

3 days ago

Rumford police investigate apparent gunfire damage to clock tower

Police in Rumford are investigating gunfire damage to a clock tower.

3 days ago

Maine Cellphones Ban in Schools Getting Early Positive Reviews

The new law, championed by Gov. Janet Mills, was meant to limit distractions and encourage real-life connections.

3 days ago

WGAN Remembers Portland Radio Legend Bud Sawyer

Maine radio legend Bud Sawyer has passed away at 94. WGAN remembers the longtime broadcaster, who began at the station in 1962 before becoming a familiar voice at WPOR.

3 days ago

New Poll Shows Jackson with Slight Lead Over Collins in Maine Senate Race

Jackson’s lead reflects a survey of likely voters.

3 days ago

Sen. King Endorses Dunlap in 2nd Congressional District One Week Before Election

King released a video Tuesday endorsing Dunlap.

4 days ago

6 people accused of healthcare fraud linked to South Portland care provider

An investigation by U.S. Homeland Security led to charges for six people at a personal care company in South Portland who are accused of defrauding MaineCare.

4 days ago

Medical examiner says Maine woman and 2 grandchildren found in submerged vehicle died from drowning

Investigators have confirmed the deaths of a Mount Desert woman and her two grandchildren whose vehicle was found submerged in the water last month were accidental.

4 days ago

Penobscot County Residence Fire Determined to be Arson

Investigators determined the fire failed to spread because of a lack of fuel load.

4 days ago

Rogue Fire Engine Seen Driving Through Limerick Area

The vehicle is believed to be personally owned.

5 days ago

Bobby Charles’ campaign fined more than $22,000 for oversize donations

Maine's Ethics Commission has voted to fine the campaign of Republican candidate for governor Bobby Charles for violating election laws.

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13 hours ago in Sports, Trending

Brewers fans flood Milwaukee streets for a long-awaited World Series victory celebration

It was only fitting that the Milwaukee Brewers celebrated their first World Series title with a beer-soaked celebration worthy of their name. "We've had way too many parade beers," team captain and designated hitter Christian Yelich said Friday at a rally that capped a daylong party with fans.

13 hours ago in Entertainment

Prosecutors drop felony charge against rapper Rick Ross in domestic violence case

Prosecutors have dropped a felony charge against rapper Rick Ross a month after he was arrested in Miami Beach when a woman he was living with told police he hit her, court records said.

20 hours ago in Entertainment

Hugh Jackman, William Shatner and George Takei among those paying tribute to Patrick Stewart

The death of Patrick Stewart at 86 led to a slew of tributes, including from acting colleagues and even Marvel Studios. Known for his roles as Capt. Jean-Luc Picard in "Star Trek" and Professor Charles Xavier in the "X-Men" films, Stewart died in Los Angeles on Wednesday after what his spokesperson described as a "brief and poignant journey" with Alzheimer's disease and Lewy Body Dementia.