Over 2,000 Mainers without power in Kennebec County
Outage affecting Augusta, Sidney and Rome areas
George Mitchell resigns from Mitchell Institute
Maine Republican Faces Ethics Complaint Over Staffer's Phone Call
Crime
Maine State Police identify man killed in Standish shooting
Thomas Foster, 23, of Porter was shot Tuesday night during an altercation on Kennie Drive.

Albion man pleads guilty in deaths of twin toddlers
Benjamin Lancaster will serve 15 years in prison for striking twin 2 1/2 year-old boys while their mother was pushing them in a stroller and leaving the scene.
Body Of Man Found At Augusta Home, Death Investigation Underway
Authorities say the circumstances surrounding the death are currently under investigation.
Politics
Maine GOP Legislators Criticize Gov. Mills' $275M Budget Proposal
Republican leaders argue the plan lacks accountability and focuses too much on increased spending rather than addressing root problems.

Major Augusta Properties Change Hands for Millions
Significant commercial real estate deals signal ongoing investment and potential new uses for key business addresses around the city.
Maine Governor Unveils Final Budget Proposal with Relief Checks, Housing Funds, and Tax Changes
The $600 million plan includes one-time $300 checks, housing investments, and permanent free community college.