If adopted, the statement developed over several months will be the basis a new comprehensive plan.

Elaina Young stopped a man who is charged with trying to abduct a young girl at a school bus stop.

John and Heidi Frasca, formerly of Buxton, will be eligible to have animal-cruelty charges dismissed.

An animal welfare official and two veterinarians also condemn the plea deal at a press conference today.

A session in Westbrook is the first in a series seeking solutions to Greater Portland’s transportation problems.

Teaching positions and some athletic programs would be cut to help cover a $3.7 million shortfall.

A traffic congestion study hearing also focuses on growth centers and roads.

The plan to manage traffic congestion looks at expected growth in Gorham, Westbrook, Scarborough and South Portland during the next 20 years.

FAIRFIELD — The town’s deputy police chief has been placed on paid administrative leave following his arrest Friday for domestic assault.