The 27-year-old man died from a serious gunshot wound to the head.
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Westbrook police dog ‘Maria’ apprehends suspect
Police K9 Maria tracks the suspect to a Middle Street building where he’s found hiding under a porch.
Residents ask relief from smell of MERC
The DEP gathers public input on a proposed license renewal for the incinerator.
Saco police investigate motel shooting
Police are trying to determine how a 27-year-old man received a serious gunshot wound to the head.
Portland police want dogs to sniff for drugs in school lockers, cars
They’ve been useful in other districts in Maine, but civil liberties groups object.
Mayday! Danger lurks at every turn
Most firefighters’ deaths happen when they become trapped or disoriented. A very realistic fire department exercise on Wednesday put firefighters in situations where they must call for help.
Maine gets tougher on requirements for reserve officers
An arrest attempt that resulted in death leads to new standards and more rigorous training.
Maine reserve police officerslearn the ropes
Recruits who will be added to police patrols this summer get a chance to apply what they learned in the classroom.
Portland firefighters to train on waterfront
PORTLAND — Portland firefighters will be conducting training Wednesday at the International Marine Terminal on Commercial Street. The training will cover finding firefighters who have become lost or disoriented because of smoke, and navigating a maze of hazards with restricted air supply and visibility. The training coincides with Fire/EMS Safety, Health and Survival Week, […]
Giant 9/11 commemorative flag to fly in Portland
The flag is on a 50-state tour as part of the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.