Active shooting reported in Maine; photos of suspect released
The Androscoggin County Sheriff's Office in Maine has reported an active shooter situation in Lewiston, releasing images of the suspected gunman who remains at large. "Law enforcement in Androscoggin County are investigating two active shooter events," the office posted on its Facebook page. "We are encouraging all businesses to lock down and or close while we investigate. The suspect is still at large."
'She will be missed terribly': Toddler struck, killed by tow truck while playing in street
Despite efforts by first responders to revive her, the toddler was pronounced dead after being transported to a local hospital.
Lee lashes Maine, Canada with whipping winds, heavy rain as thousands remain without power
Officials say a 15-year-old boy in Florida and a 50-year-old man in Maine were killed due to the effects of Lee.
What was the last hurricane to make landfall in Maine?
Maine does have a history of landfalling hurricanes, but they don't happen often. Hurricane Lee could become the newest addition to that history as it eyes the state's coastline later this week.
Daring 21-hour rescue mission saves 6 hikers stranded atop Maine mountain
Six hikers were rescued from the summit of Maine's Katahdin Mountain after a 21-hour ordeal. The rescue operation began when a group of first responders embarked on a hiking trip on a Saturday night.
Maine man, 86, accused of taking dead brother's identity in 1965 is convicted of several charges
The 86-year-old man was caught by facial recognition that matched the same face to two different identities, authorities said.
Watch: Mama bear, cubs enjoy back scratches in Maine woods
A mother bear and her three cubs were caught on camera being cute.
Rural travel destinations where you can unplug and have fun this summer
Looking for a vacation destination with some country charm this summer? Places with a small town feel are sometimes what you need for the ultimate relaxation vacation.
Maine woman, 64, punches bear in nose after it chased her dog
The woman was bitten when she stepped in between her dog and the black bear, which had been chasing her pet – and punched the bear in the nose.
Homeless woman who gave bike to 3-year-old boy after his was stolen, gifted $11K in donations
Darlene Plasse-Young wanted nothing in return for her generosity, but the Rockland Police Department in Maine decided to partner with a local non-profit to ensure her selfless act didn’t go unnoticed.
Mother's Day rescue: Officers save ducklings who fell through sewer grate
One Maine officer climbed into the sewer and several feet of water to save the ducklings and reunite them with their mother.
Maine 6-year-old girl attacked after answering door to stranger, police say
Police said they are continuing the search for the suspect who attacked a little girl after she answered the door.
Man arrested after $3M worth of drugs shipped from Arizona to Maine restaurant
The crate from Arizona that arrived in the Maine town about 30 miles north of Portland was taken to the police department, where a chemical field examination confirmed it contained fentanyl.
Maine shootings: Grisly details released after man kills 4 people, injures 3 others
Joseph Eaton confessed to killing four people, including his parents, and wounding three others while shooting at vehicles along a highway.
Multiple shootings in Maine leave 4 dead, 3 injured, 1 in custody
Four people were fatally shot at a house in Maine on Tuesday shortly before gunfire wounded three others on a busy highway, in a pair of crimes that are linked, authorities said. One person was in custody.
Teenager hiking with friends falls to his death at Acadia National Park
Park rangers said he fell nearly 25 feet near the Otter Cliff area.
Train carrying hazardous materials derails in rural Maine, residents warned to 'stay clear'
A train has reportedly derailed in the state of Maine and officials say they believe hazardous materials were on board.
Museum offers $25,000 reward for Maine meteorite hunt
A spectacular fireball that was spotted streaking through the northern sky might be the golden ticket to a reward of at least $25,000 for a lucky person if they can stumble across remnants of a meteorite.
Homeless woman donates brand-new bike to 3-year-old boy after his was stolen
Because of her generosity, police alerted a local non-profit organization to help the anonymous woman – now affectionately nicknamed “Bike Lady" – get back on her feet.
Woman jogging injured by charging cow that escaped nearby farm
Wild animals such as mountain lions and alligators have been known to attack humans out and about in nature – but this woman wasn’t expecting to be attacked by a farm animal.