1. The FBI and York County Sheriff’s Office carried out a joint operation at a home on Main Street in Waterboro Wednesday tied to an ongoing investigation. Authorities say there’s no threat to the public, but agents in hazmat suits were seen searching the property. The York County Sheriff’s Office says it will eventually provide more information, but that is unlikely to happen this week. (WGME)

2. A 15-year-old student is facing charges after a bomb threat hoax at Fort Kent Community High School. Police say a handwritten note claiming there was a bomb forced the evacuation of the school, but investigators later determined the threat was not credible. (WMTW)

3. Heating oil prices in Maine have surged past $4 a gallon after escalating tensions and strikes involving Iran rattled global oil markets. With more than half of Maine homes relying on heating oil, the spike is raising concerns for households and local fuel companies. (WMTW)

4. Owners of Portland’s Custom House Wharf say they hope to rebuild by this summer after a devastating December fire. Crews are expected to start demolition and re-piling soon, with the $4 million project aiming to restore the historic wharf and help displaced small businesses reopen. (WGME)

5. The New England Patriots are reportedly releasing four-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Stefon Diggs when the new NFL year begins March 11. Diggs led the team in receiving last season and posted on social media, “Thank you for a hell of a year… we family forever @Patriots.” (Yahoo)

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