The state has seen a 23% decline in fatal overdoses from January-September in 2025 compared to the same period in 2024.
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Maine judge finds DA’s office acted in ‘bad faith’ as prosecutors buckle under high caseloads
Three recent examples show how cases can languish or prompt sanctions when prosecutors fail to to turn over discovery.
The Class A girls soccer state final has become a rivalry game
Bangor and Scarborough met for the third straight season Saturday.
Bangor girls soccer again denies Scarborough to take Class A title
Georgie Stephenson’s first-half goal lifts the top-seeded Rams, who win their second straight championship.
Bangor Christian girls soccer secures state title with another shutout
Mary Allen scored three goals and the Patriots’ defense finishes off a scoreless postseason.
Bangor football powers past Oxford Hills in A North semifinal
The Rams avenge last week’s loss with physical play on both sides of the ball.
Maine travelers anxious over nationwide flight cancellations
At Portland International Jetport, at least 96% of flights are connected to 15 major airports directly impacted by FAA-required cancellations.
Bail revoked for alleged leader of illicit Farmington marijuana operation
A federal judge ordered Lucas Sirois to be held in custody after he allegedly retrieved firearms and made threats while awaiting trial.
Attorneys for alleged head of Farmington pot operation take aim at prosecutor’s motion, witness
Attorneys for Lucas Sirois say he did not violate his bail conditions when he picked up firearms from a residence last week.
Maine soccer, field hockey regional finals postponed
All of Wednesday’s playoff games, except the Class D girls soccer semifinals, will be played Thursday.