Damion Butterfield, 25, took a deal at the last minute of his December 2023 trial.
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Portland sues Maine DHHS over General Assistance cuts for homeless shelters
The complaint seeks to stop the state health department from implementing a new rule that slashes millions of dollars in reimbursement for the state’s largest homeless shelter.
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U.S. marshals join search for 7th suspect wanted in deadly Morrill’s Corner fight
The federal agency issued a warrant for the arrest of 46-year-old Kristofer Haken on Tuesday. One man has been sentenced to prison for his role in the attack, while five other suspects are awaiting trial.
Posted inBaseball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Baseball notebook: Maine high school pitchers showcase arms
Several pitchers are off to dominant starts in southern Maine; Cony has rebounded from an opening loss in Class B North.
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Airport security to start asking for Real IDs on Wednesday; enforcement likely to lag
Privacy concerns kept many Mainers from getting the enhanced identification, raising the possibility of travel disruptions and airport delays if the mandate is strictly enforced.
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Portland City Council extends hotel moratorium another 6 months
Monday’s council meeting began with comments by the Portland Tenants Union, which says it has found widespread noncompliance with the city’s rent control law.
Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Portland High promotes Nick Cliche to head football job
Cliche served as an assistant coach for last 2 seasons under Sean Green, who resigned in March.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics, Schools and Education
Mainers worry about repaying student loans as Education Department resumes collection
Nearly 190,000 borrowers in Maine hold a collective $6.5 billion in student loan debt that the federal government is now taking steps to collect by garnishing tax returns and Social Security benefits, among other possible moves.
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Maine bill would make oil companies pay into ‘climate superfund’
Similar climate superfunds in Vermont and New York, which impose fees on fossil fuel extractors and crude oiler refiners for greenhouse emissions, are being challenged in court by the Trump administration and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
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Solo Italiano and Solo Pane named among world’s best Italian restaurants and bakeries
The Portland restaurant and its sister bakery in Bath won prestigious Gambero Rosso awards.