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Portland survey shows broad concern among residents over affordability, traffic
The survey of more than 1,000 city residents otherwise showed satisfaction with most municipal services. City councilors will discuss the results next week.
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Posted inHealth, Maine, News
What you need to know about rabies in Maine
A guide to key questions you may have about rabies and what to do if you suspect an animal has the rare disease.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Portland police investigate fire as arson
The fire was quickly extinguished and investigators discovered ‘suspicious materials,’ according to police.
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Former Maine corrections official pleads guilty to stealing over $500K
Gerald Merrill, 64, of Abbot, is accused of using state-issued credit cards in what prosecutors said was a yearslong scheme.
Posted inBusiness, Food, Maine, News
Maine Beer Co. plans to expand its Freeport facility
The addition will allow the brewery to double its production capacity.
Posted inMaine, News
ICE agents in Maine did not follow policy when they threatened observers, DHS lawyer says
An attorney for the Department of Homeland Security said immigration agents inappropriately told Maine residents their names would be added to a ‘domestic terrorists’ database.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine
Program trains the storytellers at Portland’s historic sites
Local residents take an 11-week training course so they can lead tours, answer questions and serve as volunteer ambassadors for the region’s rich past.
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Leeds man on trial for 2023 killing of Windham man whose body was found in barrel
Joseph Chute is accused of shooting 34-year-old Alex Jackson in the back of the head on May 12, 2023.
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Rangeley man who led large-scale illicit pot operation denied a new trial
A federal jury convicted Lucas Sirois, 45, of eight charges on Nov. 18, 2025.