Alex Haskell
NEWS CENTER Maine
Bangor, ME, United States
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Plow truck drivers prepare for Maine's third snowstorm of the week
Ben Pasquale has been plowing snow for 25 years and said he's looking forward to the incoming storm. → Read More
New podcast helps listeners be optimistic
Bill Burke, founder of The Optimism Institute, launched the Blue Sky podcast to combat the negative spiral he said people are in because of social media. → Read More
Couple joins Maine family after escaping war in Ukraine
Viktor Stoliarov and Nataliia Stoliarova left their home in Ukraine to live with family in Scarborough, Maine, months after the Russian invasion began. → Read More
South Portland City Council considers rent control measures
According to the ordinance that will be weighed by city councilors, it would cap annual rent increases for certain housing units at 10 percent, among other things. → Read More
Activists rally in Portland to 'Say No To Racism'
The rally comes after a banner reading "It's OK to be white" was displayed in Congress Square earlier this month. → Read More
South Portland extends licenses for hotels serving as temporary shelters
The hotels' licenses were set to expire at the end of February. → Read More
Maine ski areas cut back hours, operations due to artic blast
The dangerously chilly weather isn't stopping snow sports enthusiasts in Maine. Pleasant Mountain has a plan to keep everyone safe. → Read More
Maine breaks drug overdose record for third year in a row
The report released by the Maine Attorney General’s Office says more than 10,000 overdoses were reported in 2022. → Read More
Here's how you can protect your home from the severe cold
Local officials are reminding Mainers how to avoid frozen water pipes as chilly weather approaches. → Read More
Here's how to check the status of your $450 relief check in Maine
The Mills Administration said the first round of checks were mailed out Monday and should arrive later this week. → Read More
'It's forward-thinking': Maine immigration advocates praise new federal program
Under Welcome Corps, volunteers will handle the logistics and financial commitments required to help refugees coming to the U.S. → Read More
Maine State Police ask Mainers to remove snow, ice from vehicles
Lt. Lucas Hare says it's important to take a few extra minutes after a storm to properly clear off your vehicle. → Read More
Caught on camera: Man swipes tip jar from Turner diner
The theft happened on Sunday at Bear Pond Variety. → Read More
Locals react to Brunswick Regal Cinemas' expected closure
Regal Cinemas says it will close 39 movie theaters across the country next month. → Read More
Maine communities preparing for winter storm
Portland will be using at least 30 plow trucks to move the snow. → Read More
Auburn advances effort to protect quality of Lake Auburn
The ordinances advanced by Auburn City Council would prohibit future homes and animal farms within a portion of Lake Auburn. → Read More
Police warn of possible 'gang-related' crimes in Maine
In recent weeks, crimes have been committed across the state that law enforcement describes as Felony Lane Gang activity. → Read More
Police warn of possible 'gang-related' crimes in Maine
In recent weeks, crimes have been committed across the state that law enforcement describes as Felony Lane Gang activity. → Read More
New rule for Maine lobstermen to report catch
On Jan. 1, all lobstermen in Maine had to begin reporting their catch to the state. → Read More
Maine Law opens new Portland campus
Gov. Janet Mills participated in a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday at Maine Law's new campus in Portland. → Read More