The Maine Department of Transportation is now taking over as the lead agency looking at ways to ease congestion in areas west of Portland. The Maine Turnpike Authority said Thursday morning it asked Maine DOT to take over following ongoing feedback,

The Maine Turnpike Authority is dropping its controversial Gorham connector project, a proposed four-lane highway that would run from South Portland through Westbrook and Scarborough to Gorham. Instead, state transportation authorities say they will undertake a comprehensive effort to find ways of easing persistent rush hour traffic in the region.

Opponents of the proposal to create a 26-mile bicycle and pedestrian trail along the route say the tracks should stay in place in case passenger rail service returns.

AUGUSTA, Maine — Maine’s only in-person sportsbook, Oddfellahs, is in legal limbo as state officials determine whether it can continue operating under its current license.

The Trump administration has now formally found Maine in violation of Title IX, which is designed to protect equal access in education and sports.

The plot of the third season of 'Reacher' is taken from Lee Child's novel 'Persuader,' set in specific Maine locales, including Portland and the southern coast.

PORTLAND (WGME) --- Damp conditions continue for Thursday in Maine. Drier air but very windy conditions are expected in Maine for Friday. Thursday will be damp with some drizzle, fog, and showers throughout the day. Highs will be in upper 40s to near 50 degrees.

Rallies were held statewide this weekend to condemn the Trump Administration's sweeping reduction of the federal government workforce.

MAINE, USA — The annual Maine Jewish Film Festival is underway and will continue through March 9. Now in its 26th year, the festival's theme is "Destinations Unknown," featuring films set in locations that include Colombia, India, Egypt, and others.