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South Portland picks new police chief from Massachusetts

Timothy Sheehan, Tewksbury’s chief, will replace Ed Googins, who retires in January.

The hope is to break ground on the $8.5 million project in April 2020.

by The Associated Press August 29, 2019August 29, 2019

The American Automobile Association is urging drivers and pedestrians to be extra cautious at intersections.

by RYAN J. FOLEY and JONATHAN MATTISE Associated Press August 24, 2019August 24, 2019

Seventeen states and Washington, D.C., now allow the court-ordered removal of guns from people who are considered dangerous.

Edward Googins, who took over in 1994 and is credited with revitalizing the force’s reputation, will step down in January.

Police say the fire on the front lawn destroyed the woman’s clothing and other personal items and caused minor damage to the couple’s home.

Window blinds had been raised, sofa throws had been folded and bed sheets had been replaced with fresh linens.

by The Editorial Board June 24, 2019December 27, 2019

Studying police shootings could lead to better procedures that make the officers and the public safer.