They suspect Margarita Scott had been dead for some time before her body was found.
Beth Quimby
Beth Quimby reports on Maine on the weekends, when most Mainers are off the job and anything can happen. She worked for newspapers since she was in high school when she started out on her father’s New Hampshire newspaper. She is a graduate of Colby College and a recipient of national, regional and state journalism awards. When she is not working, she tries hard to follow her bliss.
Turnpike delays expected Tuesday
Delays of up to 20 minutes are possible near mile 81 on the turnpike in Lewiston and up to 25 minutes at mile 102 in West Gardiner.
Bright side of winter
A festival helps newcomers find joy outdoors, even when it’s cold
Newly arrived families learn about the joys of a Maine winter
The WinterKids 9th Annual Welcome to Winter Festival draws a crowd to Payson Park.
Police continue to probe Westbrook woman’s murder
Portland police say they hope to release more information in a few days about the woman found in a vehicle parked at Motel 6 Thursday.
Maine snowmobile accidents injure four, two seriously
The Maine Warden Service said excessive speed was a factor in three of the crashes.
Increased need noted for heating assistance
Cutbacks in federal funding intensify a state campaign to aid low-income Mainers this winter.
Weekend snowmobile crash toll reaches four
Five people were hurt in four separate crashes, all taking place after dark.
Casco says no to plan for tar sands oil tar
Voters pass a resolution to oppose a proposal to allow tar sands crude to be piped from Montreal to Portland.
Two men rob Bayside Village Apartment unit at gunpoint
The men took prescription medications, money and video gaming equipment.