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Aroostook County landowner taken into custody as firefighters battled debris pile fires

by Drew Johnson June 30, 2026July 1, 2026

Firefighters battling at least 20 burning slash piles had to take cover as police arrested the Madawaska landowner for operating under the influence, officials say.

Cops & Courts, Maine, News

Cumberland County prosecutors drop charge against Yarmouth doctor

by Emily Allen June 30, 2026June 30, 2026

Peter O’Donnell, 69, pleaded guilty Monday to one count of engaging a prostitute, a Class E charge, under a deferred disposition agreement.

Community, Cops & Courts, Maine, News

Owner of Friendship market detained by ICE

by Morgan Womack June 30, 2026June 30, 2026

Dhavalkumar Patel was apprehended by immigration agents at Wallace’s Market on Saturday. He contends that he is being unlawfully held.

Community, Cops & Courts, News

Boy on bicycle hit by driver in Portland

by Morgan Womack June 30, 2026June 30, 2026

The 11-year-old was treated for a minor injury after the crash off Brighton Avenue, police say. The incident comes amid heightened scrutiny of pedestrian and cyclist safety in the city.

Community, Cops & Courts, News, Schools and Education

Kennebunk Elementary principal resigns after police investigation

by Abigail Driscoll June 30, 2026June 30, 2026

Ryan Quinn had been on leave since March after an allegation of abuse toward a 5-year-old student. Police cleared him of criminal wrongdoing, but it appeared the school board was taking steps toward firing him.