Stephen Halpert, a photography proponent and former art house theater owner, died Saturday at 91. He was a significant contributor to the Portland art scene, with exhibitions at the University of New England and the Maine Museum of Photographic Arts.
Katie Langley
Staff Writer
Katie covers Brunswick and Topsham for the Times Record. She was previously the weekend reporter at the Portland Press Herald and is originally from the Hudson Valley region of upstate New York. Before joining the Press Herald, she attended Quinnipiac University, where she studied journalism and political science and worked as the editor-in-chief of the student newspaper, The Quinnipiac Chronicle. She also worked on the digital team at NBC Connecticut based in West Hartford. When she isn't reporting, you can find her exploring Portland's coffee shops and bookstores.
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Maine delegation decries attempted assassination of former President Trump
Maine’s members of Congress wished former President Donald Trump well and lauded the Secret Service response after shots rang out at a campaign event Saturday.
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An ‘ultra’ challenge: Athletes test their limits on Portland’s Back Cove Trail
The Back Cove Backyard Ultra, which can last for more than 20 hours, challenges over 100 runners to complete as many 4-mile loops as they can.
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New Sharon man missing for 4 days rescued from bog in Weld
Authorities believe the 75-year-old man fell from a ledge overlook in Mount Blue State Park, where he was taking photos for a presentation at a summer camp.
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Eight Mainers and N.H. man sentenced for underreporting herring landings
The group of fishermen and dealers are given probation and fines for a 3-year scheme involving false landing reports for the fish commonly used as lobster bait.
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State police investigating death of boy, 1, on Vinalhaven
The Office of Chief Medical Examiner performed an autopsy Thursday, but the results have not yet been released.
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Former Topsham drama teacher faces new child sexual assault charges
Henry Eichman, who is serving a 10-year state prison sentence on a 2018 child sex-assault conviction, has been indicted on 4 federal charges for alleged abuse from 2014-16.
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Limington man accused of stabbing 91-year-old grandfather in the neck
A Limington man is in the hospital and his grandson is facing charges for allegedly stabbing him in the neck Tuesday night.
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Aviation enthusiasts enjoy pancakes and planes at Spurwink Farm’s 27th annual fly-in
Pilots and aviation lovers alike gathered at the farm’s airfield in Cape Elizabeth for its annual event on Sunday.
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One killed, two injured in head-on crash in Gray
The driver of one vehicle has been charged with manslaughter and driving under the influence of alcohol.