Maine Gun Safety Coalition to hold gun giveback at multiple locations

At the Saturday event, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., people can drop off guns and ammunition and gun owners can get safe storage devices.

King, Collins voice support for raising age to buy semi-automatic rifles, a measure Golden opposed

The House passed a bill to raise the age from 18 to 21 yesterday, but it’s unknown if or when the Senate might take it up.

Uvalde school massacre prompts Brunswick Junior High gun violence protest

Tuesday's walk-out drew a rebuke from a Republican running for the state Legislature, who claimed the demonstration was partisan politicking.

Maine’s congressional delegation reacts to Biden’s speech

Sens. Angus King and Susan Collins call for common-sense proposals, and Rep. Chellie Pingree says it is time to push partisanship aside to stem gun violence.

Sen. Collins exploring bipartisan compromise on gun safety measures

Collins says she is optimistic a compromise can be found after the initial meeting of 4 Republican and 4 Democratic senators.

U.S. gun laws are getting looser, not stronger, despite more mass shootings

Sagadahoc Sheriff’s Office to host gun safety training in wake of 2021 shootings

The Sagadahoc County Sheriff’s Office will host a free, two-night citizen handgun safety training at the West Bath Fire Station from 6 to 8 p.m. on May 2 and 3.  

Biden targets law-breaking gun dealers in anti-crime plan

The president aims to provide money to cities that need more police and crack down on gun violence and those supplying illegal firearms.

NRA’s gun rights message not slowed by legal, money troubles

The durable clout of the National Rifle Association shows how difficult it is to claw back control from a lobbying powerhouse that has deep roots in the American political system.

White House faces pressure to act after string of mass shootings

Activists are seizing on the most recent spate of deadly shootings to try to disrupt the cyclical response pattern.