Repeated rounds of rain prompt flood watch for northern Maine
A flash flood watch has been issued for Oxford, Franklin, Somerset and Piscatiquis counties from 2 p.m. Friday afternoon through late tonight. Flood watch 2 PM
Jun 14, 2026Open source
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Authorities confirm the warden, Joshua Tibbetts, 50, was the only one in the plane, which crashed Tuesday morning in Avon.
May 12, 2026Open source
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Sheriff’s Office investigating deadly ATV crash in Corinth
CORINTH, Maine (WABI) - The Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an ATV crash in Corinth Saturday night.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
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Maine, working with 4 other New England states, is set to select winning projects soon in its latest effort to bring renewable energy development to Aroostoo...
Jun 15, 2026Open source
The Portland Press Herald
The White House's changes included removing numerous signs at Acadia National Park that detailed the impacts of climate change on Maine’s coast and forests.
Jun 15, 2026Open source
The Portland Press Herald
The Office of State Fire Marshal said Sunday that 76-year-old Wayne Woodbury had died at Maine Medical Center in Portland.
Jun 15, 2026Open source
Searsmont, ME, Assistant Fire Chief Dies Month after Deadly Lumber Mill Explosion
Assistant Fire Chief Wayne Woodbury died a month after he was injured by an explosion and fire at Robbins Lumber, which also claimed the life of a Morrill fi...
Jun 15, 2026Open source
Assistant fire chief dies weeks after he was injured in lumber mill explosion in Maine
The assistant chief of the Searsmont Fire Department, Wayne Woodbury, was among the 12 injured in the May 15 fire and explosion at Robbins Lumber.
Jun 15, 2026Open source
Maine assistant fire chief dies weeks after suffering injuries in lumber mill explosion
The assistant chief of the Searsmont Fire Department, Wayne Woodbury, was among the 12 injured in the May 15 fire and explosion at Robbins Lumber.
Jun 15, 2026Open source
Searsmont fire official dies weeks after Maine lumber mill fire, explosion
Searsmont Assistant Fire Chief Wayne Woodbury, 76, died Sunday at Maine Medical Center, the fire marshal announced weeks after the Robbins Lumber explosion.
Jun 15, 2026Open source
Thick, black smoke billows into sky from Wells Beach house fire
A massive fire is burning at a home near Wells Beach in Maine as thick black smoke rises. Atlantic Avenue is closed; people urged to avoid the area.
Jun 15, 2026Open source
Assistant fire chief dies from injuries a month after Maine lumber mill fire, explosion
The assistant chief of the Searsmont Fire Department has died from injuries he sustained in last month’s explosion at Robbins Lumber in Maine, officials an...
Jun 15, 2026Open source
Lewiston Sun Journal
Our Communities. Our Teams. Our Future.We’re proud to make high school sports coverage free for everyone—because these moments matter. At Maine State Cre...
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Lewiston Sun Journal
The Office of State Fire Marshal said Sunday that 76-year-old Wayne Woodbury had died at Maine Medical Center in Portland.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Flood watch in effect as heavy rain pushes into Maine Sunday evening
A Flood Watch is in effect from 2:00 PM this afternoon through Monday morning for parts of western and northern Maine and northern New Hampshire.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Pink Feather Foundation opens new Oxford facility to serve students across two counties
A nonprofit group in western Maine that provides clothing and other goods to students in need is opening a brand new facility.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Centralmaine.com
Our Communities. Our Teams. Our Future.We’re proud to make high school sports coverage free for everyone—because these moments matter. At Maine State Cre...
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Centralmaine.com
The Office of State Fire Marshal said Sunday that 76-year-old Wayne Woodbury had died at Maine Medical Center in Portland.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
The Portland Press Herald
Rediscover the best of Vacationland with our new travel guide, including where to go, what to do, how to save, outdoor adventures and more.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
6 Maine summer hikes where you can go swimming
Many Maine hiking trails lead to or past swimming holes that are bound to be less crowded than most public beaches.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Atlantic Explorer pilot recounts historic 3,000-mile flight from Maine to Europe
“I knew it would be hard. So there were no surprises,” balloon pilot Bert Padelt said.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
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Franklin is in Hancock County, Maine.
Region: Maine
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The Portland Press Herald
Maine, working with 4 other New England states, is set to select winning projects soon in its latest effort to bring renewable energy development to Aroostoo...
Jun 15, 2026Open source
The Portland Press Herald
The White House's changes included removing numerous signs at Acadia National Park that detailed the impacts of climate change on Maine’s coast and forests.
Jun 15, 2026Open source
The Portland Press Herald
The Office of State Fire Marshal said Sunday that 76-year-old Wayne Woodbury had died at Maine Medical Center in Portland.
Jun 15, 2026Open source
Searsmont, ME, Assistant Fire Chief Dies Month after Deadly Lumber Mill Explosion
Assistant Fire Chief Wayne Woodbury died a month after he was injured by an explosion and fire at Robbins Lumber, which also claimed the life of a Morrill fi...
Jun 15, 2026Open source
Assistant fire chief dies weeks after he was injured in lumber mill explosion in Maine
The assistant chief of the Searsmont Fire Department, Wayne Woodbury, was among the 12 injured in the May 15 fire and explosion at Robbins Lumber.
Jun 15, 2026Open source
Maine assistant fire chief dies weeks after suffering injuries in lumber mill explosion
The assistant chief of the Searsmont Fire Department, Wayne Woodbury, was among the 12 injured in the May 15 fire and explosion at Robbins Lumber.
Jun 15, 2026Open source
Searsmont fire official dies weeks after Maine lumber mill fire, explosion
Searsmont Assistant Fire Chief Wayne Woodbury, 76, died Sunday at Maine Medical Center, the fire marshal announced weeks after the Robbins Lumber explosion.
Jun 15, 2026Open source
Thick, black smoke billows into sky from Wells Beach house fire
A massive fire is burning at a home near Wells Beach in Maine as thick black smoke rises. Atlantic Avenue is closed; people urged to avoid the area.
Jun 15, 2026Open source
Assistant fire chief dies from injuries a month after Maine lumber mill fire, explosion
The assistant chief of the Searsmont Fire Department has died from injuries he sustained in last month’s explosion at Robbins Lumber in Maine, officials an...
Jun 15, 2026Open source
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