A report from the state fire marshal’s office sent to parents shows Building Blocks Learning Center had several violations, including a lack of carbon monoxide detectors and fire extinguishers.
Morgan Womack
Staff Writer
Morgan covers breaking news and public safety for the Portland Press Herald. Before moving to Maine in 2024, she reported for Michigan State University's student-run publication, as well as the Indianapolis Star and Michigan Public. She's passionate about telling human-centered stories and battling for access to public records. As someone who grew up on the sandy shores of Lake Michigan, Morgan feels at home in Maine's natural scenery.
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Two in custody after shots fired in North Berwick
A section of Route 4 from Dennett Road to Buffum Road was closed during the incident Tuesday.
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Carbon monoxide poisoning at Kittery day care caused by propane-powered saw
The concrete saw was being used in a nearby suite that was under construction, and smoke detectors near the saw were covered up, authorities said.
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Two people dead, one injured in crash that shut down Maine Turnpike in Ogunquit
A tractor trailer traveling northbound lost control, crashed through the median, and struck a car and box truck traveling southbound, Maine State Police say.
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11 people from Kittery day care released from hospital after potential carbon monoxide poisoning
All of the patients were discharged from Portsmouth Regional Hospital Wednesday night, a hospital spokesperson said.
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Federal judge considers whether to pause Maine’s 72-hour gun-purchase waiting period amid lawsuit
Judge Lance Walker heard arguments in a lawsuit by gun rights advocates who are challenging the Maine statute enacted in April.
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Legislative committee recommends rule changes for Maine teens facing adult charges
The Legislature’s criminal justice and public safety committee approved the bill, with some amendments, on Wednesday.
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Maine Mall shooting suspect was dropped off at the mall, prosecutors say
Ahmed Basheer Awad, 20, of Westbrook made his first court appearance via Zoom on Friday afternoon where a judge raised his bail to $250K cash.
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Maine Mall shooting suspect surrenders
Ahmed Basheer Awad, 20, of Westbrook, is accused of shooting another person inside the mall Wednesday afternoon.
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Maine Mall shooting: Police search for suspect, mall fully evacuated
South Portland police released photos of the suspect, who was seen leaving through the food court and has not yet been identified.