Totals tallied by the National Weather Service indicate that between 4 and 7 inches fell in most areas Friday night into Saturday morning.
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Heavy snowfall covers Maine, with more expected Monday
An average of 4 to 6 inches fell across Cumberland County on Friday night.
Could Maine’s next governor be an independent?
Some political observers say today’s partisan climate reduces the chances of success for independents like Sen. Rick Bennett. Others say a moderate candidate is just what Maine needs.
FBI investigated Maine link to infamous D.B. Cooper plane hijacking
In 1971, a man parachuted out of a commercial airplane with ransom money in the Pacific Northwest. He has never been found.
Man burned, pets perish in early morning Waldoboro fire
A second fire broke out several hours later in the Lincoln County town, but no one was injured and the blazes were unrelated.
Eddie Bauer stores in Maine set to close
The outdoor apparel retailer filed for bankruptcy this month and is poised to shutter 175 stores across the U.S. and Canada.
Sabattus taps former Mechanic Falls police chief
Jeff Goss will serve as the interim chief in Sabattus while elected officials mull options for policing in the town.
Plane flips on Thompson Lake in Otisfield
No one was injured when the plane flipped on the ice off Cove Road at about 4:30 p.m.
Mainers observe rare alignment of Lunar New Year, Ramadan and Lent
Claire Robison, an associate professor of religion and Asian studies at Bowdoin College, said it’s a ‘wonderful moment to consider how much religious and cultural traditions overlap.’
Report outlines recommendations to address Maine’s school construction crisis
Proposals include a sliding-scale model for major construction projects, looking at consolidation options and diversifying revenue streams.