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Beneath the ice on Rangeley Lake, New England police divers train for the worst

by Quentin Blais 22 hours agoMarch 9, 2026

A team of recovery divers from across the region has spent the last two weeks training in the frigid waters of Rangeley Lake.

Local & State, News

Maine authorities assist in investigation into deadly shootings at RI hockey rink

by Drew Johnson and Morgan Womack February 18, 2026February 19, 2026

Maine State Police executed search warrants in Maine, recovering guns and ammunition, while a Bath business frequented by the BIW worker accused in the killings said it also was contacted by authorities.

Local & State, News

Police identify pedestrian killed in Winthrop crash

by Amy Calder February 13, 2026February 13, 2026

Eric O. Stinson, 44, of Pittston, was on U.S. Route 202 on Wednesday when he was struck and killed.

Local & State, Maine Crime, News

Maine’s 3 largest cities recorded just 1 homicide last year, state police say

by Morgan Womack February 12, 2026February 12, 2026

Overall, homicides across the state dipped compared to 2023 and 2024, which are 2 of the deadliest years on record, according to recently released data.

Local & State, Maine Crime, News

Eliot Cutler held without bail; police say he had pornographic DVDs

by Morgan Womack February 11, 2026February 11, 2026

The disgraced former Maine gubernatorial candidate’s probation officer has asked a judge to revoke Cutler’s probation and impose a 39-month sentence. Cutler pleaded not guilty to violating the conditions of his release.

Local & State, Maine Crime

State police ID victim shot Monday in Augusta homicide

by Ethan Horton February 6, 2026February 6, 2026

The victim of the Monday night shooting on Flagg Street was identified as Billyjack Curtis, 51, of Augusta.

Local & State, News

Maine State Police called immigration authorities about 60 times last year

by Emily Allen February 6, 2026February 6, 2026

Troopers were told they were allowed to hold people on the side of the road for immigration officials, even if there was no suspected criminal conduct.