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Police investigate vehicle-pedestrian crash in Mechanic Falls
Jamie Azulay MECHANIC FALLS, Maine — A man was hit by an SUV while crossing Pleasant Street in Mechanic Falls Saturday…
Portland Police Department to launch new enhanced traffic safety efforts starting Monday
Police will conduct enforcement operation on Aug. 3 as part of city's Vision Zero Action Plan By Fiona Woolf PORTLAND, Maine —…
Portland takes steps to keep bicyclists, pedestrians safe
by Julia Simone,WGME Updated Fri, July 31, 2026 at 10:15 PM The City of Portland is rolling out a new plan to…
Beyond e-bikes: high-speed electric rides create new road hazards in central Maine
As e-bikes have grown in popularity, so have their much faster lookalike. It’s causing problems. E-biker Joel Pagliarulo lifts an…
How to stay safe on an e-bike in central Maine and beyond
Understanding traffic laws and wearing a helmet are key. Emily Young understands the dangers and benefits of biking. Young is…
Portland group urges 20 mph speed limit on most streets to protect pedestrians
by Allyson LaPierre, Updated Thu, July 30, 2026 at 8:58 PM Portland pedestrian and bicycle safety advocates are pushing a new effort…
Lewiston Planning Board discusses bike, pedestrian safety
by Julia Simone,WGME Updated Tue, July 28, 2026 at 6:00 AM The Lewiston Planning Board is discussing bike and pedestrian safety in…
‘Pedestrians need to be visible’: Project closes 6 parking spaces in downtown Portland
by Samuel DeCoste, WGME Updated Tue, August 4, 2026 at 2:38 PM Commercial Street is one of Portland's busiest sections. But for…
Ellsworth Public Library takes outreach on the road with new ‘book bike’
By Mark Rediker Published: Jul. 22, 2026 at 6:20 PM EDT ELLSWORTH, Maine (WABI) - The Ellsworth Public Library is rolling out…