Ironman 70.3 Maine takes big leap in Augusta with step up to Pro race

The race took on an added competitive edge Sunday with top-level triathletes participating.

Maine Legislature makes history despite tensions between, and within, parties

Major new laws were passed, bringing Mainers paid family and medical leave and expanded access to abortion.

Augusta to ramp up police presence downtown after merchants say uptick in crime is causing fear

Officers to be paid overtime to patrol the Water Street area while city councilors weigh whether to fund a new full-time position.

More than 2,200 athletes to compete in Ironman half-triathlon as race returns to Augusta area

The event was a boon to the local economy last year, bringing $2.6 million to central Maine hotels, restaurants and other businesses.

Former nurse who allegedly held down patient at Waterville facility and failed to give medication sees felony-level charges dropped

The family of Daniel H. Crommett, who died two days after the former nurse allegedly restrained him, said the decision does not reflect the treatment their loved one endured.

Two adults, two children injured when SUV rolls on Route 3 in Vassalboro

The driver of the SUV attempted to pass other vehicles and swerved to avoid oncoming traffic, according to the Kennebec County Sheriff's Office.

Popular Augusta restaurant reopens a day after closure over health, safety violations

The 99 Restaurant on Civic Center Drive reopened Friday after several serious code violations and health hazards were identified by the Augusta Fire Department and Code Enforcement Bureau.

Local students graduate from University of Vermont

Popular Augusta restaurant closes temporarily after officials find health, safety violations

The 99 Restaurant at 281 Civic Center Drive closed Thursday because of a leaking sprinkler system, wastewater found in the basement and other issues.

Three men arrested in Kennebec County on drug trafficking charges, officials say

Timothy Dumas and Dustin Schultz of Manchester and Paul M. Adams of Augusta face multiple charges after deputies found illegal drugs inside their vehicles during recent traffic stops, according to the Kennebec County Sheriff's Office.