A woman charged with hindering apprehension in the case pleaded not guilty in court on Thursday. Another suspect is in jail facing a murder charge.
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Last suspect in Morrill’s Corner fight turns himself in to New Hampshire authorities
Kristofer Haken, 46, had been wanted by Portland police for more than 5 months when the U.S. Marshals Service issued a new warrant for missing his court dates.
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Proposal for Maine’s tallest building would transform Portland’s skyline
A local developer unveiled plans to redevelop the Canal Plaza Block in the Old Port and build what would become the state’s tallest structure.
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Multiunit homebuyers are turning sour on Portland
Real estate experts say high prices, rent control and competition from new inventory have sent the would-be landlords packing. And they’re heading to Lewiston-Auburn.
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Portland mock trial team prepares for first national competition in decades
Eight Casco Bay students will portray prosecutors, defense attorneys and witnesses as part of the extracurricular competition that combines elements of legal analysis, public speaking and theater.
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Portland man convicted in Woodford Street murder asks Maine’s high court for new trial
Damion Butterfield, 25, took a deal at the last minute of his December 2023 trial.
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Portland sues Maine DHHS over General Assistance cuts for homeless shelters
The complaint seeks to stop the state health department from implementing a new rule that slashes millions of dollars in reimbursement for the state’s largest homeless shelter.
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U.S. marshals join search for 7th suspect wanted in deadly Morrill’s Corner fight
The federal agency issued a warrant for the arrest of 46-year-old Kristofer Haken on Tuesday. One man has been sentenced to prison for his role in the attack, while five other suspects are awaiting trial.
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Maine arts organizations face sudden loss of federal grants
The National Endowment for the Arts notified institutions in Maine and across the country late Friday night that their grants were being terminated.
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AmeriCorps cuts will hurt Maine communities, volunteers say
The loss of $400 million in grants to programs across the country puts at risk the service of more than 120 participants in Maine. Now they’re asking, ‘Why are we under attack?’