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Brothers’ argument over T-shirt led to shooting death of Wells toddler, police say

Police say that Andrew Huber Young, 19, got in a fight with his brother and was kicked out of the family house, only to return hours later with a gun, firing shots that killed Octavia Huber-Young. She would have turned 2 in July.

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Longtime renters at Wells motel fighting eviction

A judge has granted Pine Tree Legal's request for a restraining order, preventing the Majestic Regency Resort in Wells from evicting 10 renters who were told last week they had days to move out or face arrest.

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Staff shortage taking a toll on employees at Portland’s city-run long-term care facility

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Mainer Amy Allen lends songwriting talent to new Harry Styles album

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Faculty say departure of new UMA president not enough, some call for chancellor to resign

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Our View: University system damaged by chancellor’s missteps

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Wells man charged with murder in niece’s death held without bail
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Former Portland police chief running for Michigan governor may not qualify for primary
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Wells man charged with murder in niece’s death held without bail

Andrew Huber Young, 19, was ordered to have no contact with his father and brother, who were injured in the shooting, or with the mother of Octavia Huber-Young, the toddler who was shot and killed.

Rhode Island AG withdraws objection to utility deal

The state’s main electricity and gas provider will be sold to a Pennsylvania-based corporation.

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House ethics panel investigating Republican Reps. Cawthorn, Jackson, Mooney

Allegations include having a relationship with a staffer, accepting a trip to Aruba and improperly using campaign funds.

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The sophomore pitcher got the win and played a key role in both rallies in the Bulldogs' victory.

Our View: University system damaged by chancellor’s missteps

Dannel Malloy was supposed to bring political savvy to a key leadership job, but instead he’s made a lot of enemies.

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Policy Matters: Women and Aging: A crisis unfolds

Join moderator Carol Coultas and panelists Jessica Maurer, executive director of the Maine Council on Aging, and Destie Hohman Sprague, executive director of Maine Women’s Lobby, on June 7 as they explore the policies and innovations to help aging Mainers.