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Elections August 16

Bush family political dynasty may be eyeing a comeback in 2026 governor’s race in Maine

Jonathan Bush, cousin of former President George W. Bush, is considering a run for governor in Maine as Democrats hold the edge but term limits open the 2026 race.

Sharks August 13

Great white shark lurking near Northeast vacation spot, drone video shows

Police in Scarborough, Maine confirmed a 10-12 foot great white shark was spotted off the coastline near popular beaches and are alerting the public for awareness.

Health July 31

Rare tick-borne virus causing neurological symptoms diagnosed in Northeastern state

Rare Powassan virus case in Maine highlights serious tick-borne illness with no vaccine or treatment, causing neurological symptoms and potential fatality.

US July 30

PETA calls Maine lobster festival 'egregiously cruel' in new lawsuit against city

PETA has filed a lawsuit against the Maine Lobster Festival, arguing the steaming of lobsters is “egregiously cruel."

Politics July 30

Dem governor's buried cocaine investigation docs hit with official inquiry as questions swirl over Senate run

The National Republican Senatorial Committee appealed a denial of records on Gov. Janet Mills' 1990 cocaine investigation, citing public interest.

Dept of Education July 29

Linda McMahon sends warning to Maine after state's education chief's emails undermining Trump surface

Linda McMahon addressed a Fox News Digital report on the Maine education commissioner's emails advising schools against following Trump's executive orders on public education.

Maine July 28

Maine education chief told state's schools to ignore Trump's executive orders, emails show

Emails showed a Maine official directing schools to follow state rights act over President Donald Trump's order banning transgender athletes from girls' sports competitions.

Politics July 22

Maine's Dem governor laughs off questions when confronted about alleged past cocaine use

Maine's Dem. Gov. Janet Mills ignored questions about her alleged cocaine use in the past in the second video confrontation in recent weeks as she possibly mulls Senate run.

Homicide July 22

Teen murder suspect led police on 'wild goose chase' after paddleboarder's death in coastal town: report

Maine authorities charged a teenage camper in the strangulation death of Sunshine Stewart, whose body was found on a remote island in Crawford Pond.

Homicide July 18

Teen charged with alleged murder in paddleboarder's death that sparked serial killer fears in coastal town

Maine State Police have arrested a teenager in connection with the suspicious death of 48-year-old paddleboarder Sunshine Stewart, whose body was found on an island in Crawford Pond.

Sharks July 17

Multiple sharks spotted at popular beach that saw deadly attack 5 years ago

Maine authorities urge beach vigilance after multiple great white shark sightings near Bailey Island, implementing notification systems while keeping Cedar Beach open.