A private jet crashed as it was taking off during a snowstorm Sunday.
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Rumford to place new signs at crosswalk on Rumford Avenue
More foot traffic is anticipated when the new senior housing development opens.
Former Brunswick state Sen. Stanley Gerzofsky dies at 81
The advocate for his Brunswick neighbors died in his home on Jan. 21.
8 people on board plane that crashed at Bangor airport
The Bangor International Airport has halted flights after a reported crash around 7:45 p.m. The condition of those aboard is unclear.
Emergency bill to let towns, counties file for bankruptcy protection garners little support
The Maine County Commissioners Association and the Maine Municipal Association testified against the bill Wednesday, citing concerns that interest rates could rise if banks get nervous about lending.
Oakland man found dead on side of road in Fairfield
The Augusta medical examiner will conduct an autopsy on Jason Grant, 46, of Oakland, in the coming days.
Portland schools consider remote learning options amid increased ICE activity
Superintendent Ryan Scallon told parents on Saturday that this would only be an option for some primary and secondary school students.
Multiple feet of snow expected to fall on Maine Sunday into Monday
The frigid temperatures and heavy snowfall could make driving difficult Monday.
Maine Sen. Collins at center of ICE funding fight after another deadly shooting in Minnesota
Democrats’ recent threats to withhold support for a bill that would give $10 billion to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement could threaten Collins’ work to avert another government shutdown.
Protesters demand immigration agents leave Minneapolis after man is shot and killed during crackdown
Democratic officials and protesters on the streets are demanding that federal immigration officers leave Minnesota after a Border Patrol agent fatally shot a man in Minneapolis.