In closing arguments, attorneys for Shawna Gatto say it’s ‘human nature’ to want to blame someone but there isn’t enough evidence to convict her.
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Portland man charged with murder in shooting death of Deering High grad
Mark Cardilli Jr. was arrested Friday in the killing of Isahak Muse in Portland’s Riverton neighborhood March 16. Muse’s family says it’s ‘only the first step in ensuring justice for him.’
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Auburn man charged with felony drug trafficking near high school
Police seized 20 pounds of marijuana, hash oil, pills and cash from Bruce Fournier’s apartment.
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Lewiston police seize heroin, cocaine, assault rifles from apartment
A Delaware man faces drug and gun charges and is being held on $50,000 bail.
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Wiscasset woman’s trial in child’s death opens with dramatic photos
The prosecutor tells the judge who will decide Shawna Gatto’s fate that ‘little Kendall Chick was not fine’ shortly before her death, contradicting what Gatto told police.
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Tenants of former Portland bookie can stay – for now
Stephen Mardigan is serving a sentence of 15 months in federal prison for running what was believed to be Maine’s largest illegal gambling operation.
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State police seize fentanyl during turnpike traffic stop in York
Chad Stevens, 35, of Cornville is charged with aggravated trafficking in drugs.
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Maine man convicted of killing his wife 15 years ago dies in prison
Carl S. Dyer of Lee died at the Maine State Prison in Warren, and foul play is not suspected, the corrections commissioner says.
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Waterville man arrested after Detroit stabbing
The victim was stabbed five times in the head, face, throat and arm early Saturday during an argument, according to a Somerset County Sheriff’s official.
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Maine Voices: Investment in home visiting will improve public safety
Two bills before the Legislature will help ensure that more children grow up healthy and prepared to lead productive lives.