The 17-year-old’s cellphone indicated they were in the Portland area on Sunday, according to police.
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Maine Border Patrol agent bragged about Chicago shooting in text messages
A defense attorney says Charles Exum sent the messages, in which he boasts of his shooting skills, in a group chat with other agents.
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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.
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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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Brunswick Town Council race decided by 1 vote will be recounted
Voters elected three newcomers to the council Tuesday night, including Ramona Thieme, who was announced to have won by a single vote.
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Federal judge orders Trump administration to fully fund November SNAP benefits
The ruling by District Judge John J. McConnell Jr. in Rhode Island gave the White House a Friday deadline.
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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.