Firefighter Andrew Cross, 27, was killed in the explosion at Robbins Lumber.
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1 firefighter dead, at least 10 people injured in fire and explosion at Searsmont mill
A large plume of black smoke was visible for miles as firefighters rushed to Robbins Lumber in Waldo County, where state Fire Marshal Shawn Esler said at an afternoon press conference “we have not even really begun a scene examination.”
Madison voters give preliminary OK to school budget with 10% tax increase
Voters will weigh in again on the MSAD 59 budget proposal in June.
We interviewed the Maine governor candidates. Here’s what they said.
The Portland Press Herald and Maine Public sat down with most of the gubernatorial hopefuls for one-on-one interviews.
A ‘new kind of Bush’ wants voters to give him the chance to lead Maine
Jonathan Bush is seeking to become governor after serving for years as a healthcare executive. The big first test is whether his family name will help or hurt him in the June 9 primary.
Hannah Pingree grew up in Maine politics. Is she the next governor?
The former speaker of the Maine House and daughter of U.S. Rep. Chellie Pingree has lots of support from other state leaders, but she faces a challenge in a crowded race where many voters are undecided.
Augusta council votes 5-3 to approve slashed city budget
Thursday’s vote cut $6.6 million from the original proposed budget, ending a contentious month of budget deliberations.
Augusta police search for missing girl, 14
Diojanae Baker was reported missing after she left her Augusta home April 30, police said.
12-year-old reported missing found safe
The Androscoggin County Sheriff’s Office report she was found safe.
Lane closures expected on Interstate 95 southbound in Sidney
The lane closures will allow testing and repair of roadway sensors installed along the interstate.