Republicans call for state income tax cut, warn against Democratic agenda

A group of prominent Republicans gathered with supporters at the State House on Monday, the tax filing deadline in most states, to highlight Maine's tax burden and call for spending restraint.

Readfield student serves as honorary page

UMF intern helps Maine State Archives prepare for state bicentennial

Madeline Soucie, a University of Maine at Farmington senior, is from Auburn.

Red Cross offering free smoke alarm sign-up for local residents

Residents of Auburn, Augusta and Lewiston are able to sign up to have free smoke alarms installed, a collaborative program of the Red Cross and the town fire departments.

Mourners celebrate life of longtime chaplain Don Williams at Maine Criminal Justice Academy

The memorial service in Vassalboro brought together members of local, county and state law enforcement agencies and Williams' church community to remember the tireless service of the Baptist minister and law enforcement officer who ministered to his colleagues.

Farmington detective recognized at State House

Medical examiner investigating human remains found in Augusta Sunday

Officials from the Augusta and Gardiner police departments said little information is available until the bones are identified.

Friendly’s shutters restaurant on Augusta’s Western Avenue

The closure in Augusta was one of nearly two dozen across the northeast; company officials cite shifting demographics and customer preferences as reasons for the closure.

Augusta police investigating human remains found Sunday off Washington Street

City police are working with the Maine State Police Major Crimes Unit and Gardiner police to identify the remains.

Wyke to continue as president of University of Maine at Augusta

The University of Maine System's Board of Trustees — based on recommendation from school officials, system officials and students — waived a presidential search in support of a direct appointment.