A York County jury convicts Timothy Williams of South Portland on all 13 counts stemming from a high-speed chase and multiple car crash on the Maine Turnpike last year.
Edward D. Murphy
Ed covers the City of Westbrook and business stories for the Portland Press Herald.
Police make arrests at Occupy Maine site
Portland police arrested an 18-year-old at the Occupy encampment and charged her with domestic violence assault after she allegedly fought with her boyfriend.
Faced with a lawsuit, Portland rescinds taxi policy
The city had said it would no longer allow taxi drivers to renew their airport access permits using powers of attorney. But after a lawsuit was filed last week by taxi drivers, the city chose to back off its policy.
100 hours, tons of funds
A local radio DJ tests his endurance – and Justin Bieber tolerance – to help grieving children who are sick or have lost parents or loved ones.
Occupy Maine mulling its next move
Protesters will meet Sunday to consider their options — including a possible lawsuit — after Portland denied them a permit this week.
Mayor plans to help city’s economy grow
Michael Brennan says he’ll meet with business leaders and foster research connections.
Portland’s new mayor focuses on economic development
Michael Brennan promised a “robust” business-visitation program and pushed for development of research partnerships in his first major speech since being inaugurated Monday.
Rethinking the booze ban at Fort Williams Park
As Cape Elizabeth tries to raise more revenue from the park, it decides to let a state troopers group have beer at a picnic there.
Display now couple’s new holiday tradition
WESTBROOK – In a way, Christmas came early this year for Ray Benner. It takes Benner about three weeks to set up all the lights, blow-up reindeer and waving Santas out in front of his Austin Street home. So this year’s warmer-than-usual weather was a welcome treat for the 59-year-old, whose house has quickly become […]
Authorities step up search for fugitive in southern Maine
Meanwhile, David Glenn Hobson’s father in Alfred is charged for allegedly leaving out food and supplies for his son to pick up.