Christopher Knapp, 36, was indicted by a York County grand jury this week and has pleaded not guilty.
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Maine secretary of state warns of scams targeting businesses, notaries and marriage officiants
One scheme involves overpaying for services, asking for a refund of the difference and then withdrawing the original payment, Shenna Bellows said Friday, while the other revolves around annual government forms.
Health care options in central Maine dwindle after recent closures
Residents have to navigate long appointment waitlists and look for doctors outside of their communities, as local health providers shutter or have limited availability.
Maine groups beating a path to millions in limited trails funding
Maine’s new $30 million trails program has drawn 105 proposals requesting over twice the first-year $7.5 million allocation.
Is the drought draining your well? What Mainers can do.
Maine state geologist Ryan Gordon answers well water questions as the statewide drought deepens and the number of dry wells increases.
Authorities searching for missing teen last seen in Freeport
The Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office says the 13-year-old is believed to be in the Portland or Biddeford areas.
Gov. Janet Mills urges Maine voters to reject Question 1
The state’s top Democrat says the ‘fundamental right to vote is under attack’ because of a proposal to adopt Voter ID and increase restrictions on absentee voting.
Small police departments turn to liaison to help with difficult responses
Working within the Cumberland, Falmouth and Yarmouth police departments as an alternative response, the community resource offers mental health and substance use disorder resources and a listening ear.
Maine offers federal workers aid as Trump administration begins mass firings
State-backed loans, unemployment insurance and other benefits are being provided to furloughed federal workers facing the prospect of layoffs as the government shutdown stretches into a second week.
Portland jetport cracking down on parking scofflaws
The airport’s pick-up parking lot is for immediate arrivals only, but some vehicles have been left there unattended for hours, even days.