A state official says Maine wouldn’t be able to control its bear population without bait, traps and dogs, while the head of the Humane Society says, “You don’t need to use these methods.”
Matt Byrne
Matt Byrne has covered crime and public safety for the Press Herald since 2016. It is his second beat since being hired at the Press Herald in late 2012, when he left the Boston Globe's suburban news bureau. Matt grew up outside Philadelphia, moved to Boston to attend Emerson College and now loves living in Maine. When he is not nerding out on court documents or listening to a police scanner, Matt loves to work on old cars, make things out of metal and try new craft beers. Offers to drive your race car, or news tips, are always welcome.
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UberX app-based car service rides into Portland
The ride-booking service, which competes with taxis, began operating in the area at noon Thursday.
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LePage’s rejected nominee a conservative with a diverse resume
As a blogger and columnist for the Bangor Daily News, Susan Dench was one of Maine’s rare outspoken female conservative voices.
Posted inPolitics
Senate rejects Susan Dench as UMaine System trustee
One of Gov. LePage’s nominees, the former conservative blogger drew criticism from Democrats and women’s groups.
Posted inPolitics
LePage staffers were among attendees at policy event for big spenders
The event hosted by the nation’s Republican governors attracts major companies eager to have a hand in shaping laws.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Lewiston fire cause still eludes authorities
The blaze started on a third-floor porch, destroyed the apartment building and displaced 24 people.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Stranded by washout, flooded with kindness in Freeport
Dozens of businesses donate time and materials to help two homeowners facing an $85,000 bill after a storm took out part of their private road.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Governor's race, News, Paul LePage, Politics
LePage says he might pull out of debates with Michaud
The governor says he’ll debate independent candidate Eliot Cutler, but criticizes his Democratic opponent for not denouncing an attack ad from an outside group.
Posted inElections, Local & State, Maine Governor's race, News, Paul LePage, Politics
The working life of Paul LePage
The Republican governor’s success in business informs his view that personal responsibility trumps the role of government.
Posted inBusiness, News, Sports
State, businesses co-sponsor car branded to market Maine in NASCAR race
Fueled with taxes and tinged with politics, the public-private effort includes a driver from Fort Kent and paints the state as business-friendly.