William Holmes and Troy McHugh have been indicted on robbery charges related to an alleged attack that occurred the same day as a fight that ended in the fatal shooting of McHugh’s wife.
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Back Cove Festival organizers hope to return to Portland
The 2-day festival caused few traffic or other problems, according to police and city officials, and festival organizers are paying $100,000 to make any repairs to the event site that are found necessary.
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Singer Lucy Dacus to marry fans at her Portland performance
The singer plans to officiate a wedding ceremony during her appearance Sunday at the Back Cove Music and Arts Festival.
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Here are some areas to avoid during this weekend’s Back Cove festival in Portland
Several Portland streets will be closed during the event on Saturday and Sunday, including Baxter Boulevard and all the roads into Payson Park.
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Maine charity care expansion couldn’t come at a worse time, hospitals say
A new law expanding who is eligible for free care is expected to help low-income Mainers, but also strain hospitals already grappling with the impact Medicaid cuts will have on their finances.
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Tickets on sale for ‘The Princess Bride’ actor Cary Elwes at Merrill Auditorium
‘The Princess Bride’ star will appear in Portland Sept. 12 for a screening and behind-the-scenes discussion of the iconic movie.
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10th annual Walk the Working Waterfront celebrates Portland’s coastal culture
Despite some rain, Saturday’s event gave participants a window into the wider world of modern commercial fishing and aquaculture.
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Salvatore’s Hoagie Shop coming to Forest Avenue
The sandwich and pizza restaurant will take over the former Pizza Joint space.
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Furcationland’s furry convention celebrates third year
Organizers estimated about 1,400 attendees over the weekend. Photos by Portland Press Herald photographer Brianna Soukup.
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In photos: Mainers rally across the state to protest Trump policies
Thousands of protesters gathered in Portland’s Monument Square and near the State House in Augusta, while other ‘Hands Off’ protests were held in Auburn, Freeport, South Paris, South Portland and more. Here are the best shots from Maine Trust for Local News photographers.