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Leeds man on trial for 2023 killing of Windham man whose body was found in barrel
Joseph Chute is accused of shooting 34-year-old Alex Jackson in the back of the head on May 12, 2023.
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Rangeley man who led large-scale illicit pot operation denied a new trial
A federal jury convicted Lucas Sirois, 45, of eight charges on Nov. 18, 2025.
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Man sentenced to 40 years in prison for 2024 murder in Portland
A Superior Court judge denies a request for a new trial and Abdirahman Mahmoud’s attorney says they plan to appeal the case.
Posted inCops & Courts, Fact Brief, Maine, News
Does Maine have the lowest violent crime rate in America? | Fact brief
Maine saw 100 violent offenses per 100,000 people in 2024, according to the most recent FBI data.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Do This, Life & Culture, Maine
Live at Madrid’s opens with Gina & The Red Eye Flight Crew
Portland’s newest music venue debuts with a sold-out show.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Do This, Life & Culture, Maine
5 Maine events include ‘Whit’s End’ play and World Oddities Expo
And see the latest choreography from Portland Ballet in Westbrook.
Posted inMaine, News, The Maine Forecast
Maine under flood watch, high winds to follow
Heavy rainfall and melting snow could pave the way for ice jams and dangerous travel conditions, the National Weather Service says.
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Buxton community parade will be ‘Rocking in the USA’
The town is accepting entries for the event celebrating the country’s 250th birthday.
Posted inBusiness, Food, Maine, News
After 2 decades, The Cheese Iron in Scarborough to close
The much-loved cheese and wine store will end its run in May.