Problems with permitting and health care are common themes as complaints pour in.

PORTLAND – Having kids around can make even the toughest situations seem more manageable for struggling adults. That’s why many Maine parents in trying situations want nothing more than to give their kids a gift this holiday season. But for jobless parents, those living paycheck to paycheck or struggling with medical problems, holiday gifts might […]

A man suspected of passing counterfeit $50 bills in South Portland was arrested Saturday by the Portland Police Department. Edward Arbour, 31, most recently a resident of Hallowell, was caught by officers after attempting to pay with fake bills at the Hannaford grocery store on Forest Avenue in Portland, according to the South Portland Police […]

The firearms maker, which is based in Windham and employs 73, will shut down next March.

Firefighters from Pownal, Freeport and Durham are responding to a residential fire at 41 Tuttle Road in Pownal. Freeport Fire Department Captain Tony Pasquale said he believes someone was injured in the blaze.

The maker of high-caliber firearms employs 73 at its Windham plant.

The cable company is trying to resolve a contract dispute with Sinclair Broadcasting Group, owner of Portland’s CBS affiliate, WGME.