Gov. Janet Mills called Democrat-proposed reforms for immigration enforcement ‘the bare minimum,’ while political newcomer Graham Platner said they’re ‘a surrender.’
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Family loses farmhouse, attached barn to fire in New Portland
A person at the home on Hancock Pond Road on Thursday night initially reported a chimney fire and quickly called 911 back to say the fire spread into the walls of the house.
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Maine reports first measles case since 2019
The case was confirmed by the Maine CDC on Thursday.
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Missing Whitefield man found dead in woods
Stephen Schlosser, 76, was last seen Monday at his Serenity Lane home.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Maine police shooting panel recommends more court-ordered mental health treatment
The 11-member panel said in its new annual report that the 2024 police killing of a Westbrook man highlighted significant gaps in the current system.
Posted inLocal & State, News
US asks court to toss lawsuit alleging Army failed to stop Maine’s deadliest mass shooting
The government argues that the court lacks the authority to hear the case and that the families’ claims don’t meet the legal standard to move forward.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics, Sports
Get ready to see Susan Collins during the Super Bowl
A Collins ad from an outside group seeks to boost Maine’s senior senator, who is facing a high-profile 2026 reelection battle and low approval ratings.
Posted inLocal & State
Waterville winter indoor farmers’ market offers Thursday hours
The market utilizes space at Chace Forum through April and will move to Head of Falls in May.
Posted inElections, Local & State, Nation & World, New England, News, Politics
Susan Collins brings home $425M to Maine as she gears up for tough election
The Republican senator’s funding prowess is a major reason she has been so hard to unseat, despite low approval ratings.
Posted inLife & Culture, News
Guns, wedding gowns, cold beer offered at Windsor store
Rich Abrahamson focuses on a bridal shop tucked inside Hussey’s General Store.