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In Biddeford hearing, Democrats say Trump administration and GOP are failing to investigate fatal ICE shooting

U.S. Rep. Chellie Pingree of Maine’s 1st District and several fellow Democratic representatives said their Republican counterparts are failing to use their investigative authority to probe the fatal U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement shooting of a Biddeford man last month. On Monday, Pingree led a field hearing on the shooting of Johan Sebastian Duran Guerrero […]

Deputy shoots Maine man during confrontation

Aric Junkins, 40, was allegedly chasing his wife with a gun and then pointed it at police when deputies arrived.

Modern Pest Services named USA Today’s 2026 Best Pest Control Company for New England

Recognition highlights Modern Pest’s comprehensive services, regional expertise and environmentally responsible pest-control options  BRUNSWICK  – Modern Pest Services has been named USA TODAY’s Best Pest Control Company for New England in the publication’s newly released guide to leading pest-control providers across the country.  USA TODAY highlighted Modern Pest Services as an all-in-one provider offering protection from more than 55 common household pests, including ants, mosquitoes, ticks, bedbugs and termites. The company also provides removal and exclusion services for wildlife, including raccoons, bats, squirrels and birds. This year, Modern Pest Services has been focused on developing education campaigns against rising threats from […]

The Latest: Last-minute talks seek to stop US tariffs on Canadian goods

Relations between the U.S. and Canada could deteriorate further at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday if Trump goes ahead with his plan to impose 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian products. The two countries are seeking a truce on the new taxes as the deadline approaches. The fate of the Gaza ceasefire remains unclear after […]

Morning Update: What you need to know in Maine today

What we're talking about in Maine today.