Man who stabbed Turner couple to death in 2021 granted supervised time in Augusta

Patrick Maher was found not criminally responsible for stabbing Troy and Dulsie Varney to death in 2021.

Homeless in Maine: Struggling to survive even with a paying job

Those who interact most closely with the homeless say it's a misconception that they don't want to work or try to help themselves.

Man charged in Turner couple’s slaying seeks change in treatment program

The former tenant of Troy and Dulsie Varney, who was found not criminally responsible in their fatal stabbings, wants to change the terms of his commitment at the Riverview Psychiatric Center in Augusta.

Togus VA officials do not know when family accommodations on campus will reopen following October closure

The Fisher House, which provides free lodging for families of veterans seeking treatment at the Togus VA Medical Center, has been open since February 2020, but officials say they do not know when it will reopen to guests.

Thousands head to 34th Annual Northeast Motorsports Expo and Trade Show at Augusta Civic Center

The weekend event featured more than 50 vendors, slot car racing, a seminar co-hosted by a NASCAR safety official and drivers who traveled from as far as Rhode Island or Connecticut.

Maine Woodlot Owners to host forestry forum Jan. 11 in Augusta

The forum coincides with the Agricultural Trades Show Jan. 10-12 at the Augusta Civic Center.

Gov. Mills’ inauguration fundraising report released

Maine's first female governor will deliver her second inaugural address Wednesday evening at the Augusta Civic Center.

Waterville man again indicted on attempted murder charge

Maurice A. Watkins-Cundiff allegedly fired more than a dozens shots at a woman as she fled in a car.

Lewiston society names Cold Paws, Warm Heart raffle winners

As other states modernize, Maine car safety inspection lags behind

Maine is the last state in New England without a digital system to track car safety inspections.