A report from the state fire marshal’s office sent to parents shows Building Blocks Learning Center had several violations, including a lack of carbon monoxide detectors and fire extinguishers.
Morgan Womack
Staff Writer
Morgan covers breaking news and public safety for the Portland Press Herald. Before moving to Maine in 2024, she reported for Michigan State University's student-run publication, as well as the Indianapolis Star and Michigan Public. She's passionate about telling human-centered stories and battling for access to public records. As someone who grew up on the sandy shores of Lake Michigan, Morgan feels at home in Maine's natural scenery.
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Two in custody after shots fired in North Berwick
A section of Route 4 from Dennett Road to Buffum Road was closed during the incident Tuesday.
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Court documents detail murder charge against Portland man accused of stabbing roommate
Domingus Nobrega, 48, opted not to enter a plea at his arraignment Friday, forcing the court to submit a not guilty plea on his behalf.
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Standish woman killed in crash remembered as intelligent, thoughtful mother
Katy Jayne Billie, 42, of Standish, died Feb. 1 in a car crash on Brighton Avenue in Portland.
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Carbon monoxide poisoning at Kittery day care caused by propane-powered saw
The concrete saw was being used in a nearby suite that was under construction, and smoke detectors near the saw were covered up, authorities said.
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Two people dead, one injured in crash that shut down Maine Turnpike in Ogunquit
A tractor trailer traveling northbound lost control, crashed through the median, and struck a car and box truck traveling southbound, Maine State Police say.
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11 people from Kittery day care released from hospital after potential carbon monoxide poisoning
All of the patients were discharged from Portsmouth Regional Hospital Wednesday night, a hospital spokesperson said.
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Portland apartment tied to several arrests over drug trafficking
Seven people were arrested Tuesday after city police searched an apartment building on Congress Street.
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Federal judge considers whether to pause Maine’s 72-hour gun-purchase waiting period amid lawsuit
Judge Lance Walker heard arguments in a lawsuit by gun rights advocates who are challenging the Maine statute enacted in April.
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Portland police identify 2 men found dead in the woods
Police found the men deceased in the woods behind the Hannaford supermarket on Riverside Street.