Calls that Austin Doucette made to 911 on the night of Makayla DeSantis’ death indicate that he tried to drive her to a hospital until a dispatcher told him to pull over and focus on stemming her bleeding.
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Biddeford appeals to Maine’s highest court over approval of UNE pier project
The appeal to the Maine Supreme Judicial Court concerns a complaint from the city that was previously dismissed by the York County Superior Court.
South Portland voters could decide whether to close Kaler Elementary
A petition was taken out to save the school by putting the question to voters.
UMaine pilot program for reusable containers gains traction
What the implementation of reusable cups and containers has done so far for one Bath-based business after joining the ReuseME pilot program.
Biddeford residents ask City Council to raise taxes in support of proposed budget
Many speakers at a public hearing on the $54 million spending proposal Tuesday urged city leaders to approve financial support for the McArthur Library and other community institutions.
Officials identify woman who died in Penobscot County fire
Jean Fogg, 82, died in the March house fire in Winn, while 5 other occupants escaped.
Portland to break ground on new waterfront park years in the making
The park at the corner of Commercial and India streets will be built on the former queuing lines for the now-defunct Nova Scotia ferry.
South Portland School Board in turmoil amid budget crisis
The vice chair resigned abruptly Tuesday night, and recall papers were taken out to recall the board chair.
Portland school district considers giving up central office building
The district is trying to reduce its footprint amid declining enrollment at the same time the city is looking for a new home for its family shelter.
Falmouth High School reinstates Pledge of Allegiance amid lawsuit
A Falmouth parent and student sued the district last month, alleging the school was violating state law by not providing high school students an opportunity to recite the pledge.