Dry conditions and wind gusts trigger alerts for dangerous fire conditions in much of the state.
Beth Quimby
Beth Quimby reports on Maine on the weekends, when most Mainers are off the job and anything can happen. She worked for newspapers since she was in high school when she started out on her father’s New Hampshire newspaper. She is a graduate of Colby College and a recipient of national, regional and state journalism awards. When she is not working, she tries hard to follow her bliss.
Woman’s body found at Dunkin’ Donuts in Windham
The victim was an employee of the coffee shop, and police say there was evidence at the scene of drug use.
Alfred woman’s family suspects foul play, seeks public’s help
The remains of Judith ‘Judi’ Therianos, 52, were found Thursday night in New Port Richey, Fla.
Police detonate smoke grenade found on Route 11 in Limington
Police say the object was a military grade M-18 smoke grenade that looked to have been altered with electrical tape.
At MAMM Slam, bands battle it out for studio time and scholarships
Out of 11 Maine high school rock bands, six are picked to compete in the finals next month.
Missing Falmouth man found safe, police say
Jay A. Schaefer had been reported missing in the Sewall Street area of Portland.
Cape Elizabeth teen seriously injured in crash
Speed appears to have been a factor in the single-car accident on Old Ocean House Road, police say.
Armed man threatening suicide shot by Westbrook police officer
Sean Grossman, 26, is listed in serious condition at Maine Medical Center in Portland.
Two York County residents arrested on heroin trafficking charges
The two arrests on the Maine Turnpike in York were unrelated, state police say.
If it involves balsa wood and glue, it must be Odyssey of the Mind time in Maine
Students from 70 schools turn out for the state tournament in Biddeford.