A Penobscot County resident acquired the rare and sometimes fatal tick-borne virus.
Teddy Almond
Teddy Almond is a rising junior at the University of Rochester from Madison, New Jersey, who last year served as news editor of The Campus Times. This summer, he is assisting with the Press Herald's breaking news coverage.
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Maine Museum of Photographic Arts makes itself at home in new Portland space
The state’s only dedicated photography museum opened its new 1,500-square-foot space on Commercial Street this month, which will allow it to expand its photographic and educational offerings in the heart of the Old Port.
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Police identify Portland man who died after being hit by driver
No charges have been filed against the driver after the fatal crash Tuesday near the intersection of Marginal Way and Preble Street, police say.
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How a Portland police dog is helping trauma victims and hospital patients
Archie, an English Labrador, joined the police department in April 2025 as its first comfort dog.
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What you need to know about Portland’s new Rising Eddy Community Pool
The former Kiwanis Pool is expected to reopen in late June or early July after massive renovations that quadrupled its capacity.
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Portsmouth man charged with murder in 1993 Kittery cold case
Police say advances in DNA technology led to the arrest of Daniel Jolly in connection with Maxine Bitomski’s slaying.
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Teen charged after shooting house in Sebago, officials say
Sheriff’s deputies responded to reports of a car driving recklessly and eventually discovered that the 2 teens had been in possession of a handgun.
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Juvenile driver cited for speeding after 2-car crash in Raymond
Both drivers involved were trying to make illegal passes when they crashed and were treated for minor injuries at the scene, the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office said.