Central Maine law enforcement noticing uptick in hung-up 911 calls

Multiple law enforcement agencies are seeing an increased number of 911 hang-ups this year and are advising people who mistakenly alert emergency responders to stay on the line.

Bailey Library to continue series celebrating Maine with Chloë Rowse

Martin Luther King Jr. Day breakfast in Winthrop aims to eliminate stigma of drug use

Dozens attended Monday's event at St. Francis Xavier Church where several people talked about their personal struggles with substance abuse.

Bailey Library launches 10-part series on outdoor recreation with author Jeffrey Ryan

Man dies in single-vehicle crash in Winthrop

A 75-year-old man was killed when the vehicle he was driving left Route 133 Wednesday afternoon.

Hallowell family makes cross-country journey to treat its three children with autism

Three of the Cobb family's four children are on the autism spectrum, but the former Winthrop couple believe their story is not so much about autism but, instead, about "not giving up."

New Zealander killed in volcano’s eruption had ties to Winthrop

Hayden Marshall-Inman was among the 6 confirmed fatalities, which followed warnings of increased seismic activity on White Island, prompting some to question why tourists were allowed to visit the volcanic island.

Lonney Steeves

The longtime Winthrop rec director and coach is 'like a big daddy to all these kids.'

Winthrop mourns loss of former police officer and decorated soldier, Gilbert Turcotte

Turcotte, who was remembered as an advocate for fellow veterans and a hero, died on Nov. 10.

Winthrop American Legion honors its World War II members

Central Maine veterans share experiences of fear and humor while fighting in World War II.