A defense attorney says Charles Exum sent the messages, in which he boasts of his shooting skills, in a group chat with other agents.
Local & State
Local Maine news from the Portland Press Herald.
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Golden’s decision to not seek reelection complicates Democrats’ 2026 plans
The announcement by Maine’s 2nd District congressman that he won’t seek a fifth term is likely to give a boost to Republican Paul LePage, although 2026 is also expected to be a good year for Democrats.
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Farmers’ Almanac to end publication after 208 years
‘Like losing a cherished friend’: The iconic guide based in Lewiston has provided weather forecasts, gardening tips and old-fashioned advice since 1818.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Drought wilts Maine’s apple and blueberry yields
This year’s extreme weather led to a 50% drop in production among Maine’s biggest apple growers and a 30% decline among wild blueberry farmers.
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Portland is mapping out what city transportation will look like over the next 20 years
The city is seeking proposals for an all-encompassing transit plan — its first in more than 3 decades — in the hopes of aligning transportation policy with its land-use and climate goals.
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Maine voters surprised by Golden’s decision not to seek reelection
Residents of Maine’s 2nd Congressional District say they are sympathetic to the congressman’s concerns about increasing incivility and political violence.
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Travel back in time with Kennebunk museum’s online history tour
The Brick Store Museum’s new digital story map allows viewers to explore the town’s history from the comfort of home.
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Another independent enters 2026 Maine governor’s race
Derek Levasseur ran in 2019 as a Republican challenger to U.S. Sen. Susan Collins, but dropped out before the primary election.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
Maine applies for federal rural health funding to partially offset billions in Medicaid cuts
The state could receive more than $500 million over five years but is expected to lose $5 billion in Medicaid cuts included in the Republican budget bill that passed this summer.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
Girls missing from Topsham elementary school found safe
The second-grade students went missing for about 3 hours Thursday after leaving Woodside Elementary School on foot, according to Sagadahoc County emergency officials.