One arm of the agency says yes, then another says no, a conflict that could put kids at risk and suggests a communications gap.

The January thaw gives way to 7 inches of snow in spots, with another deep freeze headed our way.

It allows fuel transport and delivery truck drivers to spend extra hours on the road to ensure that no one is left in the cold.

Police say a ‘small amount’ of cash was taken in the holdup at the CVS on Forest Avenue.

The co-owner ‘slammed’ a child onto the floor, pulled a chair out from under a child and threatened to bite a child, among other abuses, according to DHHS.

Portland Police Lt. Janine Roberts was chosen for her years on the police force and efforts on community initiatives.

A morning crash on the turnpike in Falmouth involves four tractor-trailers and a passenger vehicle.