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1 week ago
Bill that prevents collection agencies from garnishing wages for Mainers with medical debt to become law
Gov. Janet Mills has signed a bill into law that bans liens on homes and wage garnishments for people with medical debt.
1 week ago
New Report Shows Gun Make Up 92% of Suicide Deaths in Maine
The report also finds Maine’s suicide rate is higher than the national average.
1 week ago
Maine House Rejects Merger of Capitol Police with State Police
It is opposed by the union for Capitol Police.
1 week ago
Maine’s highest court says bill to expand ranked choice voting violates Maine Constitution
The Maine Supreme Court ruled unanimously Monday that an expansion of ranked choice voting would violate the state constitution.
1 week ago
Maine lawmakers rebuke Trump’s Easter Sunday social media post threatening Iran
Maine Democratic Congresswoman Chellie Pingree says it's time to invoke the 25th amendment after a post by President Trump on Easter Sunday.
1 week ago
Tuesday Snow Coming to Maine; Weekend Rain Trend in 2025 Not Likely This Spring
Zehr said any accumulation would likely take place inland from Portland, especially at higher elevations.
1 week ago
Platner Using Trivia Games and Happy Hours in Maine Senate Campaign
Platner is facing Gov. Janet Mills in the June 9 primary, with the winner taking on five-term Republican Sen. Susan Collins,
2 weeks ago
Three Shooting Suspects From New Hampshire Thought to be in Maine
Officers say several callers reported gunshots around 1:21 a.m. Saturday.
2 weeks ago
Maine State Police Seek Help With 50-Year-Old Arson Death
Police say they found a burned-out green 1971 Chrysler station wagon with Massachusetts registration.
2 weeks ago
A House Fire in a South Portland Leaves Occupant Homeless
Fire Crews responded to the house fire on Cole Street, Friday night. The Red Cross is currently helping with providing temporary lodging for the displaced occupant.
2 weeks ago
A Fatal Fire in Readfield, Claims a Life of a Woman
75-year-old Carolyn Wentworth was found dead hours after the fire was extinguished. Her husband, 74-year-old Jerrold Wentworth, was resecured by neighbors and is currently in serious condition at the Maine General Medical Center in Augusta.
2 weeks ago
Driver cited after rear-ending MTA maintenance vehicle in Cumberland
A maintenance worker with the Maine Turnpike Authority suffered minor injuries when their truck was rear-ended in Cumberland Friday morning.
2 weeks ago
Maine medical examiner says Milford toddler died of hypothermia
State officials say a toddler who was found unresponsive in Milford a few days after Christmas died of hypothermia.
2 weeks ago
No Injuries in Chaotic Multi-Vehicle Crash, Fire on I-295
Troopers say a vehicle crashed into the center median at about 7 am.
2 weeks ago
3 People Arrested in Penobscot County Drug Raid
Deputies say the investigation remains active and additional charges may be forthcoming.
2 weeks ago
Tito’s Vodka Ordered to Pay $750,000 in Taxes and Penalties in Maine
The court determined the manufacturer did not file tax returns for an audit period.
2 weeks ago
Maine supplemental budget clears committee, heads to full legislature
Maine’s supplemental budget is advancing, and it includes a tax increase on millionaires and $300 relief payments to more than half a million lower income Mainers.
2 weeks ago
Maine Lawmakers Pass Bill to Let Jails Turn Away Some ICE Detainees
Governor Mills has indicated she will sign the bill.
2 weeks ago
Two Arrested in Gardiner for Drug Dealing, Gun Charges
Officers say they saw what looked like illegal drugs at the residence.