Governor Mills Proclaims 2026 as ‘The Year of the Woman Farmer in Maine’
Women contribute significantly to agricultural production, yet often face challenges related to land access, capital, and more.
Food Delivery Driver Charged with Burglary in Lisbon
43-year-old Jacob A. Koch of Sabattus, is accused of stealing from a home in Lisbon and using the victim’s credits cards.
Maine State Fire Marshal Investigates Intentionally Set Fire in Ellsworth
The Fire Marshals Office was called in to investigate the origin and cause of the fire on Water Street in Ellsworth.
Arrest Made in Fatal School Bus Incident in Rockland
The Rockland Police Department has arrested 65-year-old Jeffery Colburn of Camden on the charge of manslaughter.
School Bus and Car Crash in Ellsworth
The Ellsworth Police Department says a school bus and a car collided on the Bangor Road in Ellsworth, Thursday, Jan 15.
Orr’s Island Woman Dies When Hit by Truck in Harpswell
71-year-old Jean Appleby Johnson of Orr’s Island died at the scene of a crash on Islands Road in Harpswell, Wednesday, Jan. 14.
Three Teens Accused of Shooting up Wiscasset Home
Three teens are accused of shooting up a home on Old Sheepscot Road in Wiscasset, while a father and son were inside.
Nine Displaced in Waterville Fire
The Waterville Fire Department says nine people were displaced in a a two-story single-family dwelling on Chelsea Avenue, Jan. 14.
Dead Body Found in Snowbank in Lewiston
A dead body was reportedly discovered in Lewiston, Jan. 14. The body was found in a snowbank on Oak Street.
Dixmont Man Dies in Knox County Crash
35-year-old Joshua Barshiner of Dixmont died at the scene of a crash on Colonel Stairs Road in Friendship, Tuesday night, Jan. 13.