Deng Malual, 36, is accused of killing Clarence James Pearson last month in Westbrook. He appeared in Cumberland County Superior Court on Wednesday.
2023
Maine DHHS commissioner questioned about child deaths, caseworker complaints
Jeanne Lambrew acknowledges problems within the child protection office during testimony before the Legislature’s Government Oversight Committee.
State agency, legislative committee clash in supreme court hearing over records
Lawmakers on the Government Oversight Committee are appealing a lower court’s decision that barred them from access to confidential child protective records.
Fake Trump electors settle lawsuit in Wisconsin, agree that Biden won election
Also on Wednesday, Nevada became the 3rd state to criminally charge fake electors, following Georgia and Michigan.
Senate Republicans block Ukraine and Israel aid as they demand border policy changes
‘Republicans in Congress are willing to give (Russian President Vladimir) Putin the greatest gift he could hope for,’ President Biden said.
Biddeford Mayor Marty Grohman takes office
Grohman evoked optimism and gratitude during his inauguration speech.
BoomerTECH Adventures: A gift of time equals a gift of love
Boomers and seniors have responded to the challenges of the world of technology and use digital devices. For example, 50% of people over 50 have active social media accounts. Fifty six percent text daily, and the majority have smart phones. However, 73% of people 65 and older report they need help with their new digital […]
Freeport community chorus to host holiday performances
The Greater Freeport Community Chorus presents its winter concert, “Frost in the Air,” this weekend. The shows are set for 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9, at the North Yarmouth Congregational Church, 3 Gray Road in North Yarmouth; and 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10 at Brunswick United Methodist Church, 320 Church Road, Brunswick. Admission at […]
Dolly Parton and Gov. Janet Mills highlight free-books program for Maine children
Maine is working with Parton’s Imagination Library literacy initiative to expand the program across the state.