The unprecedented warmth is part of an extended weather pattern that is likely to keep Maine with above-normal temperatures for weeks to come, meteorologists say.

The State Fire Marshal’s Office considers smoking the likely cause of the blaze, a spokesman says.

The units, to be built on a parcel of city-owned land, will be reserved for people who earn 100 percent to 120 percent of the median income for Portland.

Seth Crockett, 26, was arrested and charged with simple assault shortly before midnight Wednesday.

Two people, including the driver of the truck, are taken to the hospital.

City officials are requesting submissions from artists and design teams for the opportunity to redesign the controversial plaza at Congress and High streets.