1:05 AM

Amid tears for Maine teen, an arrest Several photos included in this story

Police say Nichole Cable, 15, was killed by a 20-year-old Orono man, whom she may have dated at some point.

Murder suspect 'so normal,' but had past arrests

12:19 AM

Bruins bounce to 3-0 series lead

The Bruins score twice in the third period to beat the Rangers for the third straight time.

1:00 AM

Real estate index: Maine in slowdown

Despite the stalled activity since early 2012, the mild post-recession recovery continues, the new measure indicates.

1:00 AM

Our View: With hunger growing, not time to cut SNAP

Both versions of the federal farm bill would cut assistance for people who really need it.

1:00 AM

Soup to Nuts: Stout stuff

Bunker Brewing and Eventide Oyster have teamed up to produce a new stew ... er, brew. Dirty Pearl, anyone?

Aftermath of a Tornado

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10:49 PM

Brothers sue Portland diocese over alleged sex abuse

The men say they just learned that church officials knew a Maine priest was molesting children and did nothing to stop it.

12:13 AM

Hospital payback, Medicaid expansion hinge on LePage

The House and Senate approve a bill that would pay state hospitals back $186 million, and give basic health coverage to 60,000 Mainers using federal dollars.

12:38 AM

Official: Portland will get $30 million to replace, fix schools

The state funds will go toward replacing Hall Elementary and fixing Longfellow Elementary, says Portland's finance director.

May 22

Bill Nemitz: Standing up to a master of tantrums

It's all downhill from here for state Sen. Dawn Hill...

10:58 PM

LePage vetoes smoking ban on college campuses

If lawmakers want to be consistent, they should submit a bill to 'outlaw tobacco altogether' instead of just banning smoking in certain places, he says.

11:19 PM

Man sentenced for stealing from York County's neediest

Judge Nancy Torresen tells Thomas Nelson, who stole $900,000, 'I consider this crime shameful.'

Other Maine News Headlines

May 22

Portland street artists pleased with modest rules

City councilors scale back a task force's tough approach, but those who perform with fire face new safety scrutiny.

12:15 AM

Maine police chiefs: Keep gun permit requirement

They oppose a bill that would allow carrying concealed weapons without a permit, which would also do away with background checks.

May 22

Auditor says Old Orchard finances are 'rock solid'

But he raises concerns about internal controls including bank deposit reconciliations.

2:08 AM

Maine educators object to evaluation emphasis

They say too much weight is placed on student assessments in the proposed process.

11:24 PM

Maine's elver industry could become more regulated

Amid a 'gold rush' for the profitable creatures, a commission could also vote to temporarily shut down the fishery at an August meeting.

May 22

Local & State Dispatches

Courtroom surprise: Suspect stabbing freed / Three Aroostook residents charged with making meth / Man arrested following standoff ... and more news from around the state.

Life & Culture

Soup to Nuts: Stout stuff

Bunker Brewing and Eventide Oyster have teamed up to produce a new stew ... er, brew. Dirty Pearl, anyone?

Sports from the Press Herald

Bruins bounce to 3-0 series lead

The Bruins score twice in the third period to beat the Rangers for the third straight time.

Opinion

Our View: With hunger growing, not time to cut SNAP

Both versions of the federal farm bill would cut assistance for people who really need it.

Nation & World

EF5 tornado: A powerful blend of wind, moist air

The deadly storms, which form about once a year, have more energy than an atomic bomb.

Today's poll: Medicaid expansion

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Otto Pizza Finally Coming to South Portland
Notes from the Chamber - Yesterday
Maine's Winning the Wealth Contest! Who Knew?
Making Maine Prosperous - Yesterday
IRS Abuse of Power Further Erodes Trust in Government
Commercial Confidential - Monday
On the Move: Week of May 13-17

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