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Posted inLocal & State
State launches independent investigation into death of Maine’s 1st public safety comfort dog
Baxter, a 3-year-old chocolate Labrador, died when he was left inside a state vehicle that ‘unexpectedly’ stopped running, leaving the vehicle without air conditioning.
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Posted inHealth, Lewiston-Auburn, News
Central Maine Healthcare says most phone lines are back in operation
Since the beginning of June, Central Maine Healthcare has grappled with a systemwide computer outage.
Posted inCops & Courts, Lewiston-Auburn, Local & State
Man arrested after downtown Lewiston shooting, 5-hour standoff
Whali Ahamed Henry was charged with reckless conduct with a firearm after he surrendered to police at about 10 p.m. Tuesday.
Posted inEvents, Open Door
Watch: Open Door with Steve Mills, CEO of Maine Beer Company Copy
This conversation took place on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at the Roux Institute at Northeastern University.
Posted inLocal & State
With the original owner of his heart in mind, South Portland man throws first pitch at Sea Dogs game
Mark Calkins, a recent heart transplant recipient, shares his story.
Posted inCops & Courts, Lewiston-Auburn, Local & State
Stepfather charged with manslaughter in death of 4-year-old shot in head
Police say that the bullet that killed Jasper Smith in May was fired from Robert McCoy’s 9 mm handgun.
Posted inLocal & State
Newly elected Kennebunk-area school board members focus on the future
All six new RSU 21 school board members ran unopposed in last week’s election.
Posted inFact Brief, Local & State, News
Did Ogunquit require police officers to wear gay pride patches? | Fact brief
The southern Maine town has a long history as an LGBTQ-friendly destination.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Maine lawmakers pass budget after brief rebellion from progressive Democrats
The House initially rejected the proposal to add more than $320 million in new spending and taxes over the next 2 years to supplement the $11.3 billion budget previously approved by the Democratic majority, but reversed course after it was approved in the Senate.