Rep. Lucas Lanigan, R-Sanford, is now representing himself in the criminal case and said he would only take a plea deal if it includes dismissing his charges.
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Sidney woman says she killed her son, 14, on orders from God
Megan McDonald, 39, told police in December that God had chosen her for a murder-suicide and her son, Quincy, needed to be sacrificed, according to a police affidavit.
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Sidney woman indicted on murder charge in death of 14-year-old boy
Megan McDonald, 39, is accused of killing Quincy McDonald, who is believed to be her son.
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Domestic violence survivors protest Maine lawmaker’s reelection
Rep. Lucas Lanigan, R-Sanford, was accused of assaulting his wife weeks before he was reelected.
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Police seek man accused of choking pregnant partner
Dusty O’Brien is out on bail for a separate domestic violence arrest, according to police.
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Wife of Sanford lawmaker asks judge to drop assault charge
But Assistant District Attorney Linda Holdsworth-Donovan said victims regularly recant and that the state was still pursuing the charges against Rep. Lucas Lanigan.
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Domestic violence survivors find a voice in Portland
The nonprofit Finding Our Voices provided a platform for those who have experienced domestic violence to share their stories. It was the first time the touring event has come to Portland.
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Westbrook Notes: Sept. 12
Domestic violence community conversation Local women whose lives were affected by domestic violence will share their stories and lead a community conversation Monday evening, Sept. 16, in the Spruce Room at the Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge St. The conversation is part of the statewide “Let’s Talk About It” tour, led by Finding Our Voices, […]
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Healing from domestic violence through garden growth
On Sept. 11, survivors spoke about the healing power of flowers, from anemones in late fall to rhubarb stalks bursting through winter soil.
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Ugandan Olympic athlete dies after being set on fire by her partner
Ugandan Olympic athlete Rebecca Cheptegei has died at a Kenyan hospital where she was being treated for burns over 80% of her body from an attack by her partner.