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1 week ago

From Caribou to the Cosmos: Maine’s Jessica Meir Named Commander of Upcoming Space Station Mission

Maine is heading back to the stars! NASA has announced that Caribou’s own Jessica Meir will lead the next mission to the International Space Station

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Maine’s Expanded PFAS Ban Takes Effect Jan. 1: What You Need to Know About the New Limits on ‘Forever Chemicals’

Starting January 1, Maine is taking a major step in the fight against "forever chemicals." Chemicals known as PFAS will be officially banned from a wide range of everyday consumer products.

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Person Rescued After Falling Through Ice on Penobscot River in Bangor

The person was taken to a hospital for observation.

1 week ago

Portland Police Looking for Hit-And-Run Driver with Pedestrian

Police say an officer working nearby at a homeless center was sent to the scene in the 600 block of Riverside Street

2 weeks ago

Portland Mayor Praises Firefighters, Surrounding Businesses After Waterfront Fire

Numerous boats tied to the wharf sustained damage from the fire, including one that sank.

2 weeks ago

Fisherman’s Association Fundraising for Businesses, Fishermen Hit by Portland Fire

Multiple boats tied to the wharf sustained damage from the fire, including one that sank.

2 weeks ago

Snowmobile Crash Kills 17 Year Old Girl in Aroostook County

Wardens say the crash is an active investigation.

2 weeks ago

Maine State Police Investigating Death of One Year Old in Milford

Officers say there is no danger to the public.

2 weeks ago

Statewide PFAS product ban expands in 2026

The new expansion will be including everyday household items like certain cookware, cosmetics and cleaning products.

2 weeks ago

Tremont Couple Found Dead In Murder-Suicide

Autopsies showed the couple died from gunshot wounds, with Jyoti's death being ruled a homicide and William's ruled a suicide.

2 weeks ago

A 22-Year-Old Corinth Man Arrested for Allegedly Murdering his Mother

22-Year-Old Daniel Derosier of Corinth was arrested for allegedly murdering his mother, 41-year-old Abigail Thomas.

2 weeks ago

Maine Mariners Postpone Games Amid Minor League Hockey Strike

Players will continue to strike until a contract between the ECHL and the players of Professional Hockey Players Association (PHPA), is agreed upon and signed.

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