SHOOTING Archives - The Portland Press Herald

Maine authorities assist in investigation into deadly shootings at RI hockey rink

by Drew Johnson and Morgan Womack February 18, 2026February 19, 2026

Maine State Police executed search warrants in Maine, recovering guns and ammunition, while a Bath business frequented by the BIW worker accused in the killings said it also was contacted by authorities.

Cops & Courts, Maine, News

Man shot, killed by police in Skowhegan

by Keith Edwards February 8, 2026February 8, 2026

Officer shot a New York man who allegedly fired a gun, pointed it toward police.

Cops & Courts, Maine, News

Maine police shooting panel recommends more court-ordered mental health treatment

by Morgan Womack February 6, 2026February 6, 2026

The 11-member panel said in its new annual report that the 2024 police killing of a Westbrook man highlighted significant gaps in the current system.

News, Politics

Maine Sen. Collins at center of ICE funding fight after another deadly shooting in Minnesota

by Emily Allen January 25, 2026January 25, 2026

Democrats’ recent threats to withhold support for a bill that would give $10 billion to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement could threaten Collins’ work to avert another government shutdown.