Crews battle fire that destroyed home in Wells, Maine
A fast-moving fire ripped through a home in Wells, Maine on Sunday. Video shared by the Wells Police Department showed a home on Atlantic AvenueRead More
Jun 20, 2026Open source
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Massive Wells Beach house fire, explosion ruled accidental
A massive fire that sent clouds of black smoke billowing into the sky and damaged multiple beach homes on Wells Beach in Maine on Sunday has been determined...
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
Iconic Maine diner avoids foreclosure auction for now
The Maine Diner in Wells avoids foreclosure auction after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The diner remains open.
Jun 5, 2026Open source
Despite recent rain, Maine's groundwater levels stay low
Experts say dry wells are becoming one of the clearest signs of how deeply the lack of rainfall is impacting Maine communities.
May 8, 2026Open source
The Portland Press Herald
Current owner Jim MacNeill is planning to retire but remains confident that business will continue as usual.
May 8, 2026Open source
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NH man charged with 1993 murder of Maine woman makes first court appearance
Daniel Jolly stands accused of strangling 73-year-old Maxine Bitomski to death at her Kittery home.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
The Portland Press Herald
Mateo Franco Cifuentes, 29, did not know how to swim and was not wearing a personal floatation device, according to the Maine Warden Service.
Jul 2, 2026Open source
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Maine used to be home to several round-the-clock dining options. Now, the only restaurants offering a hot meal in the wee hours are 4 Burger King locations.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
The co-owner of a Maine lumber mill has died of injuries from the mill fire and explosion
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — The co-owner of a Maine lumber mill has died from injuries he sustained during a fire and explosion at the facility, bringing toRe...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Maine Republican Party's executive director stepping down after more than a decade
Jason Savage, who has helped to lead the party since 2013, said he felt the timing was right and that he is excited about the Maine GOP's standing and stabil...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Statewide tour to showcase Maine's rare, original copy of Declaration of Independence
Known as a "Dunlap Broadside," it is one of just 26 remaining versions of the first copies made in Philadelphia immediately after the signing of the declarat...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Maine has a record number of piping plover breeding pairs this year
The Maine Audubon said there are 186 breeding pairs statewide, beating the previous record, set last year, by a dozen.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Motorcyclist killed in head-on crash on Route 1 in Hancock
wmtw Motorcycle crash SOURCE: wmtw Updated: 11:04 AM EDT Jul 3, 2026 Editorial Standards ⓘ Connor Clement Anchor Advertisement Motorcyclist killed in head-...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Air Quality Alert issued across Maine for 4th of July weekend
air quality alert Updated: 12:04 AM EDT Jul 4, 2026 Editorial Standards ⓘ Emily Pike Forecaster/Reporter Advertisement Air Quality Alert issued across Main...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
18-year-old charged after two people shot in face with suspected pellet gun in Lewiston
Both victims were taken to Central Maine Medical Center and later transferred to Maine Medical Center in Portland.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Maine farmers feel strain of extreme heat
Farmers across Maine are feeling the strain of extreme heat, with difficult conditions developing for crops, livestock and workers.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Murder of a Maine paddleboarder: Where the case stands one year later
Deven Young of Frankfort was charged when he was 17 years old with murder for allegedly killing 48-year-old Sunshine "Sunny" Stewart of Tenants Harbor.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Centralmaine.com
A rare 1776 printed copy of the document will be displayed at the University of Maine at Farmington’s Emery Community Arts Center on Oct. 2-3 as part of a...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Maine man drowns after his kayak tips over on pond
The kayaker wasn't wearing a life jacket and didn't know how to swim, according to the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
5 upcoming Gulf of Maine wildlife cruises you won’t want to miss
"Any of the daily trips on Bar Harbor Whale Watch can offer this wildlife experience. But these five upcoming cruises deserve special mention, especially for...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Wildfire smoke and high temperatures settle over Maine today
Heat index values across central and eastern Maine are expected to reach between 95 and 100 degrees, according to the National Weather Service.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Historically accurate 20th Maine Regiment flag replica dedicated in Augusta
The event was hosted by the Maine Military Historical Society to commemorate the regiment’s service during the Civil War.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Maine officials urge safety around fireworks ahead of busy 4th of July weekend
Deputy Chief Joel Davis of the State Fire Marshal’s Office says those who plan on buying fireworks should set them off on personal property or areas where...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Maine Warden Service recovers body of missing paddleboarder from Range Pond in Poland
According to the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, his remains were pulled from the pond around 8 a.m. Friday.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
The Portland Press Herald
A Sullivan man riding a motorcycle died Friday morning in a head-on collision with a truck on Route 1 in Hancock, according to Maine State Police.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
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Wells is in York County, Maine.
Region: Maine
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The Portland Press Herald
Maine used to be home to several round-the-clock dining options. Now, the only restaurants offering a hot meal in the wee hours are 4 Burger King locations.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
The co-owner of a Maine lumber mill has died of injuries from the mill fire and explosion
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — The co-owner of a Maine lumber mill has died from injuries he sustained during a fire and explosion at the facility, bringing toRe...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Maine Republican Party's executive director stepping down after more than a decade
Jason Savage, who has helped to lead the party since 2013, said he felt the timing was right and that he is excited about the Maine GOP's standing and stabil...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Statewide tour to showcase Maine's rare, original copy of Declaration of Independence
Known as a "Dunlap Broadside," it is one of just 26 remaining versions of the first copies made in Philadelphia immediately after the signing of the declarat...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Maine has a record number of piping plover breeding pairs this year
The Maine Audubon said there are 186 breeding pairs statewide, beating the previous record, set last year, by a dozen.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
NH man charged with 1993 murder of Maine woman makes first court appearance
Daniel Jolly stands accused of strangling 73-year-old Maxine Bitomski to death at her Kittery home.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Motorcyclist killed in head-on crash on Route 1 in Hancock
wmtw Motorcycle crash SOURCE: wmtw Updated: 11:04 AM EDT Jul 3, 2026 Editorial Standards ⓘ Connor Clement Anchor Advertisement Motorcyclist killed in head-...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Air Quality Alert issued across Maine for 4th of July weekend
air quality alert Updated: 12:04 AM EDT Jul 4, 2026 Editorial Standards ⓘ Emily Pike Forecaster/Reporter Advertisement Air Quality Alert issued across Main...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
18-year-old charged after two people shot in face with suspected pellet gun in Lewiston
Both victims were taken to Central Maine Medical Center and later transferred to Maine Medical Center in Portland.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
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