Aziayh Scott, 23, joined his initial hearing on Zoom from Knox County Jail.
Morgan Womack
Staff Writer
Morgan covers crime and public safety for the Portland Press Herald. She moved to Maine from the sandy shores of West Michigan in 2024. She discovered her passion for breaking news while working for Michigan State University's student-run newspaper, and in her internships at the Indianapolis Star and NPR member station Michigan Public. Outside of the newsroom, she enjoys cooking, crafting and reading, and is always on the hunt for the perfect chai latte.
Posted inElection 2024, Maine, Nation / World, News, Politics
Maine Republicans and Democrats react after Biden drops out of 2024 race
Most Democrats praised the president, saying he is putting the country first, while some Republicans say Biden’s ‘terrible’ policies won’t change just because there will be a new nominee.
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Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
A death investigation in Cushing reveals conflicting information as second suspect appears in court
Jason Hewett, 39, of Farmingdale, is charged with manslaughter in connection with the death of Kyle MacDougall, 45, of Waldoboro.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
South Portland teen found not guilty of school shooting plot
Cumberland County Judge Peter Darvin said the 17-year-old did commit arson.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Police arrest second suspect in Cushing death after 4-hour standoff
Maine State Police say Jason Hewett, who has been tied to a death in Cushing, was arrested Tuesday. Court documents for another suspect indicate the victim was Kyle MacDougall of Waldoboro.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine’s fire marshal retiring after complaints about office’s workplace culture
Richard McCarthy will step down on Aug. 30, less than a year after the state’s labor relations board reported that the office committed a ‘flagrant violation’ of a union contract.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Attorney general says Naples police shooting in January was self-defense
Eric Sweda, 36, was taken to the hospital on Jan. 15 for a gunshot wound to his arm after he was shot by a York County deputy after hours of negotiations.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Maine Crime, News
Cumberland County sergeant was already suspended before domestic violence allegations
Brian Smith, 36, is charged with domestic violence reckless conduct with a dangerous weapon and threatening display of a weapon after he was arrested Sunday afternoon in Poland.
Posted inMaine, News
Bodies of teenage stepbrothers recovered from water at Sanford park
An investigation continues, but officials believe 17-year-old Tavayne Weir and 16-year-old Diandre Graham drowned at Holdsworth Park.
Posted inMaine, News
Coast Guard calls off search for man who fell off boat in Casco Bay
The Coast Guard on Friday suspended its search for Edward Berke, 30, who fell overboard into Casco Bay on the Fourth of July.