Record temperatures expected as heat wave blasts Maine

Experts say records could be set this week as temperatures are predicted to hit the mid- or upper 90s from Portland to Bangor, foreshadowing what is expected to be a warmer-than-average summer.

Central Maine arrest log: June 7-14, 2024

Augusta- and Waterville-area arrests for June 7-14, 2024.

Family of man shot in Portland confronts his killer in court

Damion Butterfield, 24, was sentenced to 35 years in prison for Derald Coffin's death in 2022.

New device, medication help Maine paramedics improve baby delivery

Former EMS protocol required paramedics to transport mothers and babies in separate ambulances. Now crews can carry them together, giving a mother and her child more time to connect.

Maine bakeries rise above the competition to win James Beard Awards

Atsuko Fujimoto of Norimoto Bakery won for Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker and Barak Olins' ZUbakery took home the award for Outstanding Bakery.

Family of late Mainer Ernest Brien receives medallion recognizing his valor during World War II

Brien's family was presented with the Legion of Honor medal by the honorary consul of France in Maine, in recognition of the sacrifices that the Portland native and Army soldier made for France during the war.

Firefighter indicted on charges of stealing more than $12,000 from Winslow Fire Association

Shawn Stetson indicted by Kennebec County grand jury.

Maine College of Health Professions lists 2024 spring dean’s list

Maine Department of Corrections names new superintendent of state’s sole youth prison

Ryan Andersen has worked for the department for 17 years and has been serving as interim superintendent of the Long Creek Youth Development Center since March.

Red Sox top prospect Marcelo Mayer finding his groove with Sea Dogs

After an injury plagued 2023 season, Mayer is healthy and generating plenty of buzz at Hadlock Field.