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Maine’s annual moose hunt will start soon with more permits for hunters than the previous year.
CARIBOU, Maine (AP) — Maine’s annual moose hunt will start soon with more permits for hunters than the previous year.
Maine’s bipartisan redistricting commission has agreed to move the state capital of Augusta into the 2nd Congressional District while leaving the city of Waterville in the 1st.
AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) — Maine’s bipartisan redistricting commission has agreed to move the state capital of Augusta into the 2nd Congressional District while leaving the city of Waterville in the 1st.
"I'd like to thank Chief Clark for his dedicated service to our community," said City Manager Jon Jennings. "Chief Clark has led the police department with the utmost professionalism and his long career of public service has served Portland and South Portland extremely well."
Portland's police chief is stepping down to take a job in the private sector.
King says the rules as they are now present a logistical challenge for Canadians, and will dissuade them from visiting Maine and its businesses at a time when the pandemic’s economic impact is still being felt.
Independent Senator Angus King is encouraging the Biden administration to loosen pandemic travel restrictions for Canadians coming into the United States.
Maine CDC Director Dr. Nirav Shah and Maine DHHS Commissioner Jeanne Lambrew issued a statement Friday saying Maine has ensured an ample supply of Pfizer’s vaccine and that a system is in place to provide booster doses in accordance with new federal guidance.
Two of Maine's top health officials say the state is prepared to supply booster shots of Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine in anticipation of emergency approval from the FDA.
WGAN Friday: Former Governor Paul LePage talks over his return to politics
WGAN Friday: Nick Murray from the Maine Policy Institute
Hancock County Deputy Luke Gross was hit by a vehicle on Route 3 around 4 a.m. and didn’t survive his injuries, officials said.
TRENTON, Maine (AP) A Maine sheriff’s deputy was struck and killed while responding to a report of a vehicle off the road early Thursday, officials said.
WGAN Thursday: Talking an increase in murders, and taking your calls
WGAN Thursday: Mayor Kate Snyder from Portland talks mask mandates in Portland
WGAN Thursday: Jason Savage talks LePage kickoff
The Falmouth Police Department said Wednesday that the remains belong to Anneliese Heinig of Richmond.
Police in a Maine town said they have identified human remains as a woman who was reported missing almost two years ago.
Penalties placed on CMP by the state have resulted in the loss of nearly $10 million in revenue over the last 18 months.
Central Maine Power says it's turned a corner on customer service issues, and is hopeful that documents filed with with Maine regulators will lift a financial penalty put on the utility.
Detectives say the incident appears to be a tragic accident.
A two-year-old was found unresponsive in a small pond in Somerset County on Tuesday, police say.
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James Fisher just won a $50 Pat's Pizza gift card playing Bill Dodge GMC Football Fantasy. You can play, too----> https://bit.ly/BDGMCFF21. You could win tix to the 2022 New England home opener in Foxboro or maybe even a new GMC Sierra Elevation truck.
Police say they received a call from someone who discovered the remains Tuesday morning at the solid waste facility on River Road.
Maine State Police say human remains were discovered at a solid waste facility in Lewiston.
26-year-old Grace Moreau suffered significant head injuries and was taken by Life Flight helicopter to Maine Medical Center.
One woman was seriously injured in a head-on crash in York County on Monday morning.
Health officials say 14 of the deaths reported Tuesday were added after a vital records review, with many of them occurring in the last few weeks and the earliest dating back to February.
There were another 18 deaths among people with coronavirus according to Tuesday's update from the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention.
WGAN Tuesday: Phil Harriman breaks down Joe Biden's growing disaster in Congress
WGAN Tuesday: Spencer Thibodeau on moving on from the City Council of Portland
“It’s exciting to see Councilor Thibodeau continuing his career in public service by going to serve us in the federal government,” said Mayor Snyder.
A Portland city councilor who previously ran for mayor is stepping down as he moves on to a new job in the U.S. Department of Energy.
DNA confirmed the identity, but Roof had no known connections to Maine and his family had never reported him missing because they believed he chose to remain estranged.
Police have identified remains that were found in Penobscot County nearly 11 years ago.
WGAN Monday: "What's it worth?" with Jesse Fairbanks from Maine Vintage Toys
WGAN Monday: Jeremy Fischer talks about kids getting vaccines and Joe Biden's bad weekend
WGAN Monday: Grace Curley from the Grace Curley Show
WGAN Monday: Lance Mitchell from the Maine Bureau of Highway Safety on Child Passenger Safety Week
The center is named for Michael L. Gordon, a 1966 Colby graduate and trustee who was the lead donor.
Colby President David Greene says the 74,000-square-foot (6874-square-meter) center will have a performance hall, multipurpose performance areas and studios and an arts incubator to facilitate and nurture emerging art forms.
Acadia National Park is on track for a record year as park officials see no signs of visitation slowing down this fall.
BAR HARBOR, Maine (AP) — Acadia National Park is on track for a record year as park officials see no signs of visitation slowing down this fall.
The UMaine basketball team is going to win financially regardless of the outcome of four nonconference games.
ORONO, Maine (AP) — The UMaine basketball team is going to win financially regardless of the outcome of four nonconference games.
Fair Season continues in Farmington this week!
News The Farmington Fair begins on Sunday September 19 3 hours ago in Local Photo: 560 WGAN Newsradio FARMINGTON (SUNJOURNAL) Officials are excited to be back and hoping for good weather for the 180th Farmington Fair, which opens Sunday and runs through Saturday, Sept. 25. Most 4-H livestock shows ...
A National Policy Group is being hired to investigate the Youth Prison
News Multiple investigations underway into violent incidents at Long Creek 22 mins ago in Local Photo: 560 WGAN Newsradio PORTLAND (WGME) — Multiple investigations are underway, and two senior officials have resigned, after a series of violent clashes between residents and staff at Long Creek You...
The Latest COVID-19 Numbers in Maine reported Saturday
News The latest COVID-19 Numbers in Maine 25 mins ago in Local Photo: 560 WGAN Newsradio AUGUSTA (WGME) — One new coronavirus-related death was reported by the Maine CDC on Saturday. The death toll now stands at 982. There have been 83,909 coronavirus cases reported since the pandemic started. 60...
Construction on a 145-mile (233-kilometer) electricity transmission corridor in western Maine can continue while litigation proceeds over a 1-mile section that was leased by the state, a state Supreme Court justice ruled.
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Construction on a 145-mile (233-kilometer) electricity transmission corridor in western Maine can continue while litigation proceeds over a 1-mile section that was leased by the state, a state Supreme Court justice ruled.
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It's the 5th Annual Veterans Count Make 12 Hours Count Radio Thon This event is proudly presented by Bill Dodge Auto Group and hourly sponsors include Oak Hill Dry Cleaners, Northeast Delta Dental, Beauregard Equipment, S**o River Dentistry, Martin’s Point Healthcare, Shipyard Brewing, Classic Flooring, Otelco, Carpet Specialists, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers IBEW Local 567, and Elsmere BBQ & Wood Grill. Call 1-844-650-VETS (8387) to help a Maine Veteran. 90% of every net dollar raised for Veterans Count is spent to provide services and grow resources for ME veterans, service members and their families.
t's the 5th Annual Veterans Count Make 12 Hours Count Radio Thon This event is proudly presented by Bill Dodge Auto Group and hourly sponsors include Oak Hill Dry Cleaners, Northeast Delta Dental, Beauregard Equipment, S**o River Dentistry, Martin’s Point Healthcare, Shipyard Brewing, Classic Flooring, Otelco, Carpet Specialists, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers IBEW Local 567, and Elsmere BBQ & Wood Grill. Call 1-844-650-VETS (8387) to help a Maine Veteran. 90% of every net dollar raised for Veterans Count is spent to provide services and grow resources for ME veterans, service members and their families.
Super Tuesday Coverage Begins at 8PM! Get the latest updates till 11pm at FM 98-5, AM 560 and online at www.wgan.com
Maine Senator Angus King calling in to the Veterans Count fundraiser at Bill Dodge GMC.
Live at Luke’s Lobster in Portland for the Shamrock Sports press conference with an exciting announcement about the PGA TOUR!
Press Conference at Maine Savings Pavilion at Rock Row!
Radiothon Reveal! Thanks to everyone who supported Veterans Count!
We are Elsmere BBQ and Wood Grill for Veterans Count
Ken and Matt go over the top stories of the day.
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Support Veterans Count now! Call 844-650-VETS (8387) with your donation! Or, head to VetsCount.org/Maine! Or text VET to 77000!
Support Veterans Count now! Call 844-650-VETS (8387) with your donation! Or, head to VetsCount.org/Maine! Or text VET to 77000!
Support Veterans Count now! Call 844-650-VETS (8387) with your donation! Or, head to VetsCount.org/Maine! Or text VET to 77000!
Support Veterans Count now! Call 844-650-VETS (8387) with your donation! Or, head to VetsCount.org/Maine! Or text VET to 77000!
Support Veterans Count now! Call 844-650-VETS (8387) with your donation! Or, head to VetsCount.org/Maine! Or text VET to 77000!
Support Veterans Count now! Call 844-650-VETS (8387) with your donation! Or, head to VetsCount.org/Maine! Or text VET to 77000!
Veterans Count Call Center, with phones manned by our US Cellular volunteers, and hosted in the Bill Dodge GMC conference room. Your calls and donations are appreciated— keep them coming! Phones will be open until 7pm. Or donate online at https://vetscount.org/maine/
Support Veterans Count now! Call 844-650-VETS (8387) with your donation! Or, head to VetsCount.org/Maine! Or text VET to 77000!
Support Veterans Count now! Call 844-650-VETS (8387) with your donation! Or, head to VetsCount.org/Maine! Or text VET to 77000!
Support Veterans Count now! Call 844-650-VETS (8387) with your donation! Or, head to VetsCount.org/Maine! Or text VET to 77000!
Support Veterans Count now! Call 844-650-VETS (8387) with your donation! Or, head to VetsCount.org/Maine! Or text VET to 77000!
Support Veterans Count now! Call 844-650-VETS (8387) with your donation! Or, head to VetsCount.org/Maine! Or text VET to 77000!
Support Veterans Count now! Call 844-650-VETS (8387) with your donation! Or, head to VetsCount.org/Maine! Or text VET to 77000!
Support Veterans Count now! Call 844-650-VETS (8387) with your donation! Or, head to VetsCount.org/Maine! Or text VET to 77000!
Support Veterans Count now! Call 844-650-VETS (8387) with your donation! Or, head to VetsCount.org/Maine! Or text VET to 77000!
Support Veterans Count now! Call 844-650-VETS (8387) with your donation! Or, head to VetsCount.org/Maine! Or text VET to 77000!
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