Portland High School and SAD 6 schools will be closed Thursday because of threats shared on SnapChat.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books, Review
This 1800s doctor’s orders were deadly
‘The Case of the Murderous Dr. Cream’ re-creates the homicidal doctor’s heartless life in short, highly dramatic chapters.
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Posted inCops & Courts, Local & State, News
Two Sanford residents arrested for suspected fentanyl trafficking
The arrests of Scott Huff, 40, and Eva Valley, 30, on Saturday were the result of a four-month investigation.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Portland’s FBI field office included in scathing report on USA Gymnastics sex abuse probe
A local attorney tried to prod investigators into moving faster on the case of Dr. Larry Nassar, who later was convicted of abusing dozens of female athletes, including Olympic gymnasts.
Posted inNation & World
Biden attempts delicate balance between fighting rising crime, reforming police
He meets with urban leaders for the 2nd time in just 3 weeks, underscoring the political concern crime has become for Democrats as they look to protect their thin margins in Congress.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Trump’s longtime accountant confronts a loyalty test
Now that he’s indicted on tax-fraud charges, will Allen Weisselberg treat his boss as he can expect to be treated in return?
Posted inCops & Courts, Local & State, News
Man arrested in Standish after nine-hour standoff
Police took Kenneth Cordwell of Windham into custody after being called to a home for a report of domestic violence.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Jim Fossel: Republicans hand Democrats victories on crime, immigration
The issues highlight a consistent fault of the Republican Party at all levels: constant criticism with no real follow-through.
Posted inNation & World
Biden’s plan to tackle rising homicides: Tighten gun regulations, bolster police
Though overall crime was down last year, according to FBI data, the murder rate rose about 25% and violent crime about 3%.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: I give back to older Mainers because they’ve given so much to me
My grandparents looked after me and my brothers when my father was diagnosed with cancer. Now we’re helping them and other seniors.